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
QHow 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.
QAnd 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.
QWhere is this unit used?
Height is usually written like 5′9″. Five feet nine inches is 175.3 cm.
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