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Convert feet to centimeters or back with this straightforward tool—great for measuring height, furniture, or building projects!
A foot (ft) is an imperial unit equal to 30.48 centimeters. A centimeter (cm) is a metric unit, one-hundredth of a meter, used for precision.
The foot dates back to ancient times, based on human anatomy, and was standardized in England by the 12th century. The centimeter emerged with the metric system in France in the 1790s.
Feet are widely used in the US and UK for height and construction. Centimeters are common globally in science, design, and most countries’ daily measurements.
Multiply feet by 30.48 to get centimeters. For example, 6 ft Ă— 30.48 = 182.88 cm.
Yes, it uses the exact standard of 1 ft = 30.48 cm for precise results.
Yes! Use the toggle button to switch from feet to centimeters or centimeters to feet.