Feet to Centimeters Converter
Convert a height in feet and inches to centimeters, or switch direction to convert centimeters to feet.
How to Use the Feet to Centimeters Converter
- Choose “Feet + inches → Centimeters” or “Centimeters → Feet” from the dropdown.
- Enter the feet value, and optionally inches. In reverse mode, enter centimeters.
- Read the converted length in the result panel.
Examples
Feet + inches → Centimeters
- Input
- 5 ft, 10 in
- Output
- 177.8 cm
Centimeters → Feet
- Input
- 180 cm
- Output
- 5.905512 ft
About the Feet to Centimeters Converter
Height is often given in feet and inches in the US and UK, but in centimeters on medical forms, visa applications and sizing charts elsewhere. This converter handles both directions without manual multiplication.
It uses 1 inch = 2.54 cm and 1 foot = 30.48 cm. In reverse mode, the result is in decimal feet: 5.905512 ft means 5 feet plus 0.905512 of a foot, which is about 10.9 inches.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many centimeters is 1 foot?
1 foot is exactly 30.48 cm, and 1 inch is exactly 2.54 cm.
How tall is 5 ft 10 in in cm?
5 ft 10 in is 70 inches, and 70 × 2.54 = 177.8 cm.
Why is the reverse result a decimal?
Centimeters are converted to decimal feet. Multiply the decimal part by 12 to get inches. For example, 0.905512 × 12 ≈ 10.9 inches.
Do I have to enter inches?
No. Inches are optional, so you can convert whole or decimal feet on their own.
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