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Feet to cm

Convert feet to centimeters and back. Handy when a form asks for your height in feet and inches.

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Common values

Formula

cm = ft × 30.48

Height is usually written like 5′9″. Five feet nine inches is 175.3 cm.

Frequently asked questions

Q. How many cm is 1 ft?

1 ft is 30.48 cm, and 10 ft is 304.8 cm. Type any value in the box above to convert instantly.

Q. And how many ft is 1 cm?

1 cm is 0.03 ft. This converter works both ways, so typing in the right box updates the left one.

Q. Where is this unit used?

Height is usually written like 5′9″. Five feet nine inches is 175.3 cm.

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