cm to Feet Converter
Convert centimeters to feet instantly — great for height (1 ft = 30.48 cm)
170 cm =
5.5774 ft
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Quick summary
To convert centimeters to feet, divide by 30.48. So 170 cm ≈ 5.58 ft and 180 cm ≈ 5.91 ft. Because height is usually given in feet and inches, note that 5.58 ft means 5 feet plus 0.58 × 12 ≈ 7 inches (5'7"). To convert feet to cm, multiply by 30.48. Use swap to reverse.
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How to use this calculator
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Frequently asked questions
How do I convert cm to feet?
Divide the centimeters by 30.48, since one foot equals 30.48 cm. For example, 175 cm ÷ 30.48 = 5.74 ft. To convert feet to centimeters, multiply by 30.48 instead.
How do I convert cm to feet and inches?
Divide cm by 30.48 to get feet as a decimal, then multiply the part after the decimal by 12 for the inches. 170 cm = 5.58 ft → 5 feet and 0.58 × 12 ≈ 7 inches, so about 5'7".
How tall is 180 cm in feet?
180 cm is about 5.91 feet, or roughly 5 feet 11 inches. The reference table covers the common height range so you can read heights at a glance.
Why is a foot 30.48 cm?
A foot is 12 inches, and each inch is exactly 2.54 cm, so 12 × 2.54 = 30.48 cm. The conversion is exact.
Key terms
- Foot (ft)
- An imperial length unit equal to 12 inches, or exactly 30.48 cm.
- Centimeter (cm)
- A metric length unit; 30.48 cm make one foot.
- Feet and Inches
- Height notation: the decimal part of feet × 12 gives inches.
Methodology, sources & limitations
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