Feet to cm Length Converter
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A Feet to Centimeters Converter is an essential tool for converting length measurements between the imperial system (feet) and the metric system (centimeters). This conversion is widely used in:
Height and body measurements
Construction and interior design
Fashion and textile industries
International trade and manufacturing
Key Conversion Reference
1 foot (ft) = 30.48 centimeters (cm)
1 centimeter (cm) ≈ 0.032808 feet (ft)
Conversion Formulas
Feet to Centimeters Formula
Centimeters to Feet Formula
How to Use a Feet to cm Converter
Enter the length in feet (ft).
Click "Convert" (or press Enter).
View the result in centimeters (cm).
(Optional) Many converters allow reverse conversion (cm to feet).
Common Length Conversions
| Feet (ft) | Centimeters (cm) | Real-World Example |
|---|---|---|
| 1 ft | 30.48 cm | Standard ruler length |
| 3 ft | 91.44 cm | Yardstick length |
| 5 ft | 152.4 cm | Average human height (child) |
| 5.5 ft | 167.64 cm | Average female height |
| 6 ft | 182.88 cm | Average male height |
| 10 ft | 304.8 cm | Small room ceiling height |
Why Convert Feet to Centimeters?
Global Standardization: Most countries use the metric system.
Medical & Fitness: Height and body measurements are often recorded in cm.
Precision: Centimeters allow for more detailed measurements than feet/inches.
International Commerce: Product dimensions often need metric equivalents.
Manual Calculation Examples
Example 1: Convert 5 feet to centimeters
Example 2: Convert 6.2 feet to centimeters
Example 3: Convert 170 cm to feet
Height Conversion Chart (Feet/inches to cm)
| Height (ft/in) | Centimeters (cm) |
|---|---|
| 4'10" | 147.32 cm |
| 5'0" | 152.4 cm |
| 5'5" | 165.1 cm |
| 5'10" | 177.8 cm |
| 6'2" | 187.96 cm |
