Metres to Feet and Inches Converter
Convert a height or length in metres or centimetres into feet and inches, or feet and inches back into metric units.
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Calculation breakdown
- Metric to imperial
- Total inches = total metres ÷ 0.0254, then split into feet and inches
- Imperial to metric
- Metres = (feet + inches ÷ 12) × 0.3048
Worked example
A height of 1.75 m converts to 5 ft 8.9 in, useful for comparing to informal height descriptions.
Assumptions
- Uses the exact international foot (0.3048 m) and inch (0.0254 m) definitions.
How this calculator works
This calculator converts a height or length between metric units (metres and centimetres) and imperial feet and inches. It is commonly used to convert a person's height, a doorway or a piece of furniture between the metric system used in Australia and the feet-and-inches figures still common for describing height informally.
Frequently asked questions
Why do Australians still describe height in feet and inches?
While Australia officially uses metric units, feet and inches remain a common informal way to describe a person's height.
How many centimetres are in a foot?
One foot equals 30.48 centimetres, and one inch equals 2.54 centimetres.
Can I convert feet and inches back to centimetres?
Yes, switch the direction toggle to enter feet and inches and see the equivalent value in centimetres and metres.