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Feet to Centimeters Converter

Convert feet to centimeters instantly. Exact factor: 1 ft = 30.48 cm.

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Convert feet to centimeters

The exact conversion factor is 1 ft = 30.48 cm. Type any value and the result updates instantly; the math is shown beneath the board.

Worked by hand

Multiply the feet value by 30.48 to get centimeters.

Worked example

  1. Take 1 ft
  2. multiply by 30.48
  3. the result is 30.48 cm

How to use it

  1. Enter your feet
  2. Read the centimeters result
  3. Check the factor line to verify by hand

Frequently asked questions

How many centimeters are in one feet?

Exactly 30.48 cm, by the SI/NIST definition.

How do I convert centimeters back to feet?

Divide by 30.48 — or use the full converter where both directions are one click.

Is this rounding or exact?

The factor is exact; only the displayed decimals are rounded.