Fast, accurate, and reliable unit conversion between the metric and imperial systems
Quick and accurate conversions between centimeters and feet
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Learn about these two measurement systems and how they relate
Centimeters belong to the metric system, which is used in most countries worldwide. One centimeter is equal to one-hundredth of a meter, making it a convenient unit for measuring relatively small objects or distances.
Feet are part of the imperial system, primarily used in the United States and a few other countries. One foot is defined as exactly 0.3048 meters in the international yard and pound agreement.
The relationship between these units is fixed: 1 foot equals 30.48 centimeters. This conversion factor is crucial for accurately translating measurements between the two systems.
Quick reference charts for common conversions
| Centimeters | Feet | Feet and Inches |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cm | 0.0328 ft | 0 ft 0.39 in |
| 10 cm | 0.328 ft | 0 ft 3.94 in |
| 50 cm | 1.64 ft | 1 ft 7.68 in |
| 100 cm | 3.281 ft | 3 ft 3.37 in |
| 150 cm | 4.921 ft | 4 ft 11.05 in |
| 170 cm | 5.577 ft | 5 ft 6.93 in |
| 180 cm | 5.905 ft | 5 ft 10.87 in |
| 200 cm | 6.562 ft | 6 ft 6.74 in |
| Feet | Centimeters | Meters |
|---|---|---|
| 1 ft | 30.48 cm | 0.3048 m |
| 2 ft | 60.96 cm | 0.6096 m |
| 3 ft | 91.44 cm | 0.9144 m |
| 4 ft | 121.92 cm | 1.2192 m |
| 5 ft | 152.4 cm | 1.524 m |
| 6 ft | 182.88 cm | 1.8288 m |
| 10 ft | 304.8 cm | 3.048 m |
| 100 ft | 3048 cm | 30.48 m |
| Centimeters (cm) | Meters (m) | Millimeters (mm) | Kilometers (km) | Inches | Feet | Yards |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 cm | 0.01 m | 10 mm | 0.00001 km | 0.3937 in | 0.0328 ft | 0.0109 yd |
| 10 cm | 0.1 m | 100 mm | 0.0001 km | 3.937 in | 0.328 ft | 0.1094 yd |
| 50 cm | 0.5 m | 500 mm | 0.0005 km | 19.685 in | 1.64 ft | 0.5469 yd |
| 100 cm | 1 m | 1000 mm | 0.001 km | 39.37 in | 3.281 ft | 1.0936 yd |
| 200 cm | 2 m | 2000 mm | 0.002 km | 78.74 in | 6.562 ft | 2.1872 yd |
Real-world scenarios where CM to Feet conversion is essential
Building designs often require precise conversions between metric and imperial units, especially for international projects where measurements need to comply with different standards.
When traveling, understanding height, distance, and size measurements in both systems helps navigate local customs and spatial dimensions across different countries.
Athletic competitions and training regimens often mix unit systems. For example, track events may list distances in meters, while athlete heights might be in feet and inches.
International e-commerce requires understanding product dimensions in both systems, especially for furniture, clothing, and electronics where sizing matters.
