Inches
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📏 Feet vs. Inches – What’s the Difference?
1 foot = 12 inches
It’s a fixed and very straightforward conversion.
📌 Real-Life Examples
Example 1:
Convert 1 foot
👉 1 × 12 = 12 inches
Example 2:
Convert 5.5 feet
👉 5.5 × 12 = 66 inches
Example 3:
Convert 10 feet
👉 10 × 12 = 120 inches
🧮 Quick Conversion Table
Feet (ft) | Inches (in) |
---|---|
1 ft | 12 in |
2 ft | 24 in |
3 ft | 36 in |
5 ft | 60 in |
6 ft | 72 in |
10 ft | 120 in |
💡 Where You'll Use This Conversion
- 📐 DIY & Construction Projects: Measuring wood, walls, or tile
- 🧵 Tailoring & Clothing: Understanding sizes in inches
- 🏠 Home Improvement: Furniture dimensions, curtain lengths
- 📚 Education: Teaching basic imperial unit conversions
🙋 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many inches are in 1 foot?
👉 1 foot = 12 inches
How do I convert 6.5 feet to inches?
👉 6.5 × 12 = 78 inches
Is a foot longer than an inch?
Yes — a foot is 12 times longer than an inch.
Why use this conversion?
Because many industries (construction, fashion, home design) use both feet and inches together for detailed measurement.
🔚 Final Thoughts
Converting feet to inches is one of the simplest and most common conversions you’ll use in daily life.
Whether you’re hanging curtains, measuring a room, or tailoring a shirt — this quick formula keeps everything accurate.
Just remember:
➡️ Feet × 12 = Inches
Big or small — now you measure it all.