cm to feet converter
Convert centimeter [cm] to foot [ft], or vice versa.
feet = cm ÷ 30.48
For reverse: cm = feet × 30.48. 1 foot = exactly 30.48 centimeters.
- Enter centimeters in the From field
- Click Convert — result appears in feet
- Use ⇅ to reverse (feet → cm)
Centimeter
Definition: A centimeter (symbol: cm) is a unit of length in the metric system equal to one-hundredth of a meter (0.01 m) or 10 millimeters. It is part of the International System of Units (SI).
Current use: The centimeter is used worldwide for measuring height, small distances, and in everyday contexts. Most countries use centimeters to express a person's height — for example, "175 cm" rather than "5 feet 9 inches."
Foot
Definition: A foot (symbol: ft) is a unit of length in the imperial and US customary systems. Since 1959, it has been defined as exactly 30.48 centimeters. 1 foot = 12 inches = 0.3048 meters.
Current use: The foot is widely used in the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada for measuring height, short distances, and room dimensions. Converting cm to feet is one of the most common length conversions.
cm to feet conversion table
| Centimeters [cm] | Feet [ft] | Common search |
|---|---|---|
| 100 cm | 3.2808 ft | 100 cm in feet |
| 150 cm | 4.9213 ft | 150 cm in feet |
| 160 cm | 5.2493 ft | 160 cm to feet |
| 165 cm | 5.4134 ft | 165 cm in feet |
| 170 cm | 5.5774 ft | 170 cm in feet |
| 175 cm | 5.7415 ft | 175 cm in feet |
| 180 cm | 5.9055 ft | 180 cm in feet |
| 185 cm | 6.0696 ft | 185 cm in feet |
| 190 cm | 6.2336 ft | 190 cm in feet |
Frequently asked questions
What is 160 cm in feet?
160 cm ÷ 30.48 = 5.249 feet, which is approximately 5 feet 3 inches.
How tall is 180 cm in feet?
180 cm = 5.9055 feet, which is approximately 5 feet 11 inches (just under 6 feet).
How to convert cm to feet?
Divide the centimeter value by 30.48. For example, 180 cm ÷ 30.48 = 5.9055 feet. To get feet and inches, take the whole number as feet and multiply the decimal by 12 for inches.
What is 170 cm in feet?
170 cm = 5.5774 feet, which is approximately 5 feet 7 inches.
How many feet is 200 cm?
200 cm ÷ 30.48 = 6.5617 feet, which is approximately 6 feet 7 inches.
Is 175 cm 5 feet 9 inches?
175 cm = 5.7415 feet. Converting the decimal: 0.7415 × 12 = 8.898 inches. So 175 cm ≈ 5 feet 9 inches (close but not exactly).
What is the formula for cm to feet?
feet = cm ÷ 30.48. This is the exact conversion based on 1 foot = 30.48 cm.