Voet naar meter omzetter

Zet voet direct om naar meter. Gratis online eenhedenconverter.

Invoerwaarde

Van eenheid

Feet

Meters

1 ft = 0.3048 m

Referentietabel

1 ft

0.3048

5 ft

1.524

10 ft

3.048

50 ft

15.24

100 ft

30.48

Conversieresultaten

Meters

Kilometers

Centimeters

Millimeters

Miles

Yards

Inches

Conversion Formula

1 Feet = 0.3048 Meters

1 Meters = 3.28084 Feet

Quick Reference Table

Feet	Meters
1 ft	0.3048 m
5 ft	1.524 m
10 ft	3.048 m
50 ft	15.24 m
100 ft	30.48 m
500 ft	152.4 m
1,000 ft	304.8 m

About These Units

Converting Feet to Meters comes down to a single multiplication: each Feet equals 0.3048 Meters. For example, 10 Feet works out to 3.048 Meters. Use the live calculator above for any value, or follow the exact formula and reference table below — no rounding errors, no guesswork.

Length is the most basic spatial measurement — the distance between two points along a single dimension. The metric system (meters, kilometers, centimeters, millimeters) is used in most countries, while the imperial system (feet, inches, yards, miles) remains common in the United States. Accurate length conversion matters in construction, engineering, manufacturing, sports, navigation, and everyday tasks like ordering furniture from overseas suppliers.

About Feet

The foot (ft) is exactly 0.3048 meters (12 inches), historically based on the length of a human foot.

History

Used since ancient Greece and Rome, standardized at the current length in 1959 by international agreement.

Common Use

Used for human height in the US (e.g., 5'10"), ceiling heights, aviation altitudes worldwide, and TV/projector throw distances.

About Meters

The meter (m) is the SI base unit of length, originally defined in 1793 as one ten-millionth of the distance from the equator to the North Pole, now defined by the speed of light in vacuum.

History

Adopted internationally in 1889 and now used by nearly every country in the world.

Common Use

Used for measuring rooms, sports fields, swimming pools, and most everyday distances under a kilometer.

When Conversion Is Needed

Feet and Meters belong to different measurement systems, so conversion becomes necessary when comparing values across the two units, or when forwarding a document or specification written in one unit to someone who uses the other. The quick-reference table on this page shows how common values in Feet translate to Meters, so memorizing or bookmarking the most frequently-used values is often a worthwhile shortcut.

Real-World Use Cases

Construction & DIY

Architects, builders, and DIY enthusiasts constantly switch between feet/inches and meters/centimeters when reading plans drawn in different standards. A miscalculation can mean lumber that doesn't fit or doors that don't close.

Travel & Navigation

Hiking trail markers, road signs, and aviation altimeters use different units depending on country. Travelers and pilots routinely convert miles to kilometers and feet to meters to stay oriented and safe.

Related Converters

Meters to Kilometers Meters to Centimeters Meters to Millimeters Meters to Miles Meters to Yards Meters to Feet Meters to Inches Kilometers to Meters

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I convert Feet to Meters?

Multiply the number of Feet by 0.3048. For instance, 10 Feet × 0.3048 = 3.048 Meters. The calculator on this page does it instantly as you type.

How many Meters are in one Feet?

One Feet equals exactly 0.3048 Meters. Going the other way, one Meters equals 3.28084 Feet.

Is this Feet-to-Meters conversion accurate?

Yes. The result uses double-precision arithmetic and internationally accepted conversion constants, rounding only for display — so it is reliable for engineering, cooking, shipping, and schoolwork alike.