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📏 Feet vs. Centimeters – What’s the Difference?
1 foot = 30.48 centimeters
It’s a fixed, globally recognized conversion rate.
📌 Real-Life Examples
Example 1:
Convert 1 foot
👉 1 × 30.48 = 30.48 cm
Example 2:
Convert 5.5 feet
👉 5.5 × 30.48 = 167.64 cm
Example 3:
Convert 10 feet
👉 10 × 30.48 = 304.8 cm
🧮 Quick Conversion Table
Feet (ft) | Centimeters (cm) |
---|---|
1 ft | 30.48 cm |
2 ft | 60.96 cm |
3 ft | 91.44 cm |
4 ft | 121.92 cm |
5 ft | 152.4 cm |
6 ft | 182.88 cm |
10 ft | 304.8 cm |
💡 Where You'll Use This Conversion
- 📏 Clothing Measurements: Understanding height or inseam in cm
- 🛠️ Construction: Converting feet-based blueprints to metric plans
- 🛋️ Furniture Sizing: Comparing product sizes from different countries
- 📚 Education & Exams: Practicing unit conversions in school or engineering
🙋 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many centimeters in 1 foot?
👉 1 foot = 30.48 centimeters
How do I convert 6 feet to cm?
👉 6 × 30.48 = 182.88 cm
Is a foot longer than a centimeter?
Yes — 1 foot = 30.48 centimeters
Why use this conversion?
It’s helpful for travel, shopping, construction, and study when dealing with international sizes and specifications.
🔚 Final Thoughts
Converting feet to centimeters is a quick way to bridge imperial and metric systems. Whether you’re measuring for clothing, home improvement, or international work — this formula keeps you accurate.
Just remember:
➡️ Feet × 30.48 = Centimeters
Simple math — universal understanding.