100 LearnersLast updated on July 16th, 2025
Feet to Cm Conversion
We can measure the length or height of things using units like inches, centimeters, feet, meters, yards, or miles. Different units are used to measure different things. A foot (ft) is a larger unit of measurement that we use for taller objects, like the height of a door or a person. A centimeter is a smaller unit of measurement, ideal for shorter objects, like the width of a book or the length of a pencil. Sometimes we need to convert feet to centimeters to make it easier to understand sizes. In this topic, we will learn how to convert feet to centimeters.
What is Feet?
A unit of measurement used to measure length or height is called a foot (plural: feet).
One foot is equal to 12 inches. Feet are commonly used to measure taller objects or longer distances.
The symbol used to measure feet is ft.
What is Cm?
A centimeter is a unit of length that is part of the metric system, which is widely used around the world for measuring small distances.
The metric system is based on powers of 10, which simplifies unit conversions.
1 centimeter is equal to one-hundredth of a meter, meaning there are 100 centimeters in 1 meter (100 cm = 1 m).
The symbol of centimeters is cm, and it is commonly seen on rulers and measuring tapes.
Feet to Cm Formula
To convert feet to centimeters, we use the following formula: 1 foot = 30.48 centimeters Cm = So, to convert from feet to centimeters, you multiply the number of feet by 30.48.
Conversely, to convert from centimeters to feet, you divide the number of centimeters by 30.48.
How to Convert Feet to Cm?
Converting feet (ft) to centimeters (cm) is simple using a standard conversion factor.
Since 1 foot is equal to 30.48 centimeters, we can convert feet to centimeters by multiplying the number of feet by 30.48.
Steps to convert ft to cm: Write down the length in feet. Multiply the value by 30.48 to get the length in centimeters. Formula: Cm =
Feet to Cm Conversion Chart
When we measure things, sometimes we use feet (ft) and sometimes we use centimeters (cm).
We use simple conversions to understand how much something in feet is in centimeters.
Below is a chart that shows us the feet-to-centimeter conversions.
Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them in Feet to Cm Conversion
When converting feet to centimeters, children often make mistakes.
Here are some common mistakes to get a better understanding of the concepts of conversions.
Mistake 1
Using the wrong conversion factor
Children get confused and use incorrect values for conversion, such as 30 instead of 30.48.
Mistake 2
Rounding too soon
Students might round numbers too early while calculating, which can lead to incorrect results.
For example, instead of writing 5.41 × 30.48 = 165, they might round it to 5.5 × 30.48, which is not accurate.
Mistake 3
Misplacing decimal points
Students get confused and place the decimal point incorrectly, which leads to improper values.
For example, instead of writing the value for 6.5617 feet as 200 cm, they write it as 65.617 cm.
Mistake 4
Incorrect use of formula
Children get confused and use the incorrect formula. For example, instead of multiplying, they divide.
To convert any value from feet to cm, we multiply feet by 30.48, not divide.
Mistake 5
Misunderstanding the relationship between feet and inches
Students often get confused about feet and inches. They might think 0.5 feet equals 5 inches, but it actually equals 6 inches.
Remember, 1 foot is equal to 12 inches, so half a foot (0.5 feet) is 6 inches.
Feet to Cm Conversion Examples
Problem 1
Convert 107.7795 feet to Cm
107.7795 feet = 3,278 cm
Explanation
We know the conversion factor: 1 foot = 30.48 cm Now, multiply 107.7795 by the conversion factor: 107.7795 × 30.48 = 3,278 cm.
Problem 2
Convert 1.5095 feet to cm.
Solution: Converting 1.5095 feet to cm gives us 46 cm.
Explanation
Use the conversion factor: 1 foot = 30.48 cm 1.5095 × 30.48 = 46 cm
Problem 3
A building’s height is 39.37 feet. What is the height in cm?
The height of the building in cm is 1,200 cm.
Explanation
Convert 39.37 feet to cm: 39.37 feet = 39.37 × 30.48 = 1,200 cm Height = 1,200 cm.
Problem 4
The fence is 5.91 feet tall. What is its height in cm?
The height in cm is 180 cm.
Explanation
Convert 5.91 feet to cm: 5.91 feet = 5.91 × 30.48 = 180 cm Height = 180 cm (approximately).
Problem 5
Converting 32.48 feet to Cm
32.48 feet = 990 cm
Explanation
Step 1: Use the conversion factor. 1 foot = 30.48 cm Step 2: Multiply 32.48 by 30.48. 32.48 × 30.48 = 990 cm
FAQs on Feet to Cm
1.How many cm is 1 foot?
2.What is 2.79 feet in cm?
3.Is 4 feet 11 inches considered short?
4.How do I convert 3.28084 feet to cm?
Important Glossaries for Feet to Cm
- Conversion: The process of changing one unit of measurement into another. For example, converting feet to centimeters.
- Decimal: Numbers in which the whole number and fractional part are separated by a point (dot). For example, 3.5 here 3 and 5 are separated by a dot.
- Height: The measure of how tall something or someone is, often measured in feet or inches for people.
- Metric System: A decimal system of weights and measures based on the meter and the kilogram.
- Unit of Measurement: A standard quantity used to express a physical quantity.
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