Feet to Cm
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Feet to Cm
Nov 30, 2022, 16:45 IST
Feet is a unit of length measured in the US Standard System of Measurement, and centimeters is a unit of length that are measured in the Metric System. Feet are abbreviated as 'ft,' and centimeters are abbreviated as 'cm.' To convert a given length from feet to cm, we multiply the value by 30.48 since there is 30.48 cm in 1 foot. In this short article, we will discuss more about converting feet to cm.
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Formula for Feet to Cm
There is 30.48 cm in 1 foot, so to convert feet to cm (ft to cm), we multiply the length value by 30.48. So the formula for converting feet to cm is given as Value (in cm) = 30.48 × Value (in feet) . By substituting the Value given in feet into this formula, we can find its equivalent Value in centimeters.
Cm = 30.48 x feet
Here it is important to know that when we discuss 1 unit, we use "Foot," and also the plural of foot is "feet," which is used to determine values that are greater than 1, for example, 3 feet, 5 feet, etc.
How to Convert Feet to Cm?
Converting feet to cm is important to learn how to compare lengths given in two different units. Performing arithmetic operations or comparing lengths on them requires that we have the values in the same unit. To convert feet to centimeters, follow these steps:
- Step 1: Multiply the given value by 30.48.
- Step 2: Write the resulting product with units - "centimeters" or "cm."
For example, to convert 7 feet to cm, multiply 7 by 30.48. That is, 7 feet = 7 × 30.48 cm = 213.36 cm. Therefore, 7 feet in cm is 213.36 cm. Using feet and inches is more popular when measuring height.
Feet + Inches into Centimeter
We came across the value of the length in feet and inches. Therefore, to convert feet and inches into centimeters, we have to convert the value completely into inches and then convert it into cm.
As we know, 1 foot = 12 inches. Now, if we multiply 12 inches by 2.54, we will get the length value in centimeters. See some examples of human heights converted into centimeters:
- 5 feet 1 inches in cm = [(5×12)+1] x 2.54 = 61 x 2.54 = 154.94 cm
- 5 feet 2 inches in cm = [(5×12)+2] x 2.54 = 62 x 2.54 = 157.48 cm
- 5 feet 3 inches in cm = [(5×12)+3] x 2.54 = 63 x 2.54 = 160.02 cm
- 5 feet 4 inches in cm = [(5×12)+4] x 2.54 = 64 x 2.54 = 162.56 cm
- 5 feet 5 inches in cm = [(5×12)+5] x 2.54 = 65 x 2.54 = 165.1 cm
- 5 feet 6 inches in cm = [(5×12)+6] x 2.54 = 66 x 2.54 = 167.64 cm
- 5 feet 7 inches in cm = [(5×12)+7] x 2.54 = 67 x 2.54 = 170.18 cm
- 5 feet 8 inches in cm = [(5×12)+8] x 2.54 = 68 x 2.54 = 172.72 cm
- 5 feet 9 inches in cm = [(5×12)+9] x 2.54 = 69 x 2.54 = 175.26 cm
- 5 feet 10 inches in cm = [(5×12)+10] x 2.54 = 70 x 2.54 = 177.8 cm
Conversion Table For Feet to Centimeter
| Feet (ft) | Centimeter (cm) |
| 1ft | 30.48 cm |
| 2 ft | 60.96 cm |
| 3 ft | 91.44 cm |
| 4 ft | 121.92 cm |
| 5 ft | 152.4 cm |
| 6 ft | 182.88 cm |
| 7 ft | 213.36 cm |
| 8 ft | 243.84 cm |
| 9 ft | 274.32 cm |
| 10 ft | 304.8 cm |
Solved Examples
Q1. Express the length of 6 feet 4 inches in cm.
Ans. 5 feet 4 inches in cm
We know that 1 feet = 12 inch
1 inch = 2.54 cm
So, 6 feet 4 inches = [(6 × 12) + 4] × 2.54 cm
= 72 × 2.54 cm
= 182.88 cm
Q2. Write 8 feet in cm
Ans. We know that cm = feet x 30.48
So, to convert 8 feet to cm, multiply 8 by 30.48
8 feet = 8 x 30.48 cm = 243.84cm
Q3. Write 167 cm in feet
Ans. We know that cm = feet x 30.48
So, to convert 167 cm to feet
we have to divide by 30.48
167 cm = 167/ 30.48
= 5.479 feet
Frequently Asked Question (FAQs)
Q1. feet to cm conversion formula
Ans. Formula to convert feet to cm, multiply the given feet value by 30.48 cm. For example 2 ft = 2 x 30.48, we get 60.96 cm.
Q2. How many cm is 6ft in height?
Ans. 182.88 cm
Q3. What is a foot based on?
Ans. 1 foot equals 12 inches. This is equal to 30.48 centimetres. It is also called a foot because it was initially based on the length of a foot.
Q4. 6'1 feet in cm
Ans. 185.42 cm
Q5. How was feet invented?
Ans. Our foot is Graeco-Roman and derived from Egypt, where practical measures were anthropomorphic, with units of the digit - or finger width - of about 3/4 inch. The practical cubit or forearm length was 18 inches divided into two feet of twelve numbers, which became the Pythic foot of Greece.
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