Learn how to easily convert meters to feet using a simple conversion factor of 3.28084, with examples to guide you through the process.
What is Meters?
Meters is typically used as a unit of measurement for length in the metric system, while feet is used in the imperial system. This conversion factor allows for easy conversion between the two systems.
Conversion of Meters to Feet
To convert meters to feet, you use the conversion factor of 1 meter, being approximately equal to 3.28084 feet. This means that to determine the equivalent length in feet, you simply multiply the number of meters by 3.28084.
For example:
- 5 meters would be equal to 5 × 3.28084, resulting in approximately 16.4042 feet.
- 10 meters would be equal to 10 × 3.28084, resulting in approximately 32.8084 feet.
- 50 meters would be equal to 50 × 3.28084, resulting in approximately 164.042 feet.
How to Convert Feet to Meters
You can also use this conversion factor in reverse to convert from feet to meters. To do so, you divide the number of feet by 3.28084 to get the equivalent length in meters.
For example:
- 20 feet would be equal to 20 ÷ 3.28084, resulting in approximately 6.096 meters.
- 40 feet would be equal to 40 ÷ 3.28084, resulting in approximately 12.192 meters.
- 100 feet would be equal to 100 ÷ 3.28084, resulting in approximately 30.48 meters.
