CM to Feet Converter
Convert centimeters (cm) to feet and inches instantly. Free online height converter with conversion table and formula.
Why Convert Height from Centimeters to Feet?
The United States and a few other countries use feet and inches as their primary units for measuring height. If you're communicating your height to someone in the US, filling out forms that require imperial measurements, or comparing heights with American standards, you'll need to convert centimeters to feet.
This conversion is commonly needed for passport applications, medical records, sports statistics, and everyday conversations about height.
What is a Centimeter?
The centimeter (cm) is a unit of length in the metric system. It is one of the most commonly used units for measuring human height worldwide.
- One centimeter equals 0.01 meters or 10 millimeters
- One centimeter equals approximately 0.3937 inches
- 100 centimeters = 1 meter
- Used globally for measuring height in medical and scientific contexts
What is a Foot?
The foot (ft) is a unit of length in the imperial and US customary systems of measurement. It is commonly used in the United States for measuring human height.
- One foot equals 12 inches
- One foot equals 30.48 centimeters
- One foot equals 0.3048 meters
- Height is typically expressed as feet and inches (e.g., 5'7")
Centimeters to Feet Conversion Formula
To convert centimeters to feet, use the following formula:
To convert to feet and inches:
Then: Feet = Total Inches ÷ 12, Remaining Inches = Total Inches mod 12
Conversion Table: Centimeters to Feet and Inches
Here is a quick reference table for common height conversions:
| Centimeters (cm) | Feet (decimal) | Feet and Inches |
|---|---|---|
| 150 cm | 4.92 ft | 4'11.0" |
| 155 cm | 5.09 ft | 5'1.0" |
| 160 cm | 5.25 ft | 5'2.0" |
| 165 cm | 5.41 ft | 5'4.0" |
| 170 cm | 5.58 ft | 5'6.0" |
| 175 cm | 5.74 ft | 5'8.0" |
| 180 cm | 5.91 ft | 5'10.0" |
| 185 cm | 6.07 ft | 6'0.0" |
| 190 cm | 6.23 ft | 6'2.0" |
| 195 cm | 6.40 ft | 6'4.0" |
| 200 cm | 6.56 ft | 6'6.0" |
| 210 cm | 6.89 ft | 6'10.0" |
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About CM to Feet Converter
Our free CM to Feet converter tool makes it easy to convert height measurements from centimeters to feet and inches. Whether you're filling out forms, comparing heights, or communicating with people who use imperial measurements, this tool provides instant and accurate conversions.
How to Use This Tool
- Enter the height in centimeters
- The conversion to feet and inches will appear automatically
- View both decimal feet and feet/inches format
Common Uses
- Documents: Filling out US forms requiring height in feet
- Health: Converting medical records between systems
- Sports: Understanding athlete heights in imperial units
- Dating: Comparing heights on profiles
Quick Reference
- 150 cm = 4'11"
- 160 cm = 5'3"
- 170 cm = 5'7"
- 180 cm = 5'11"
- 190 cm = 6'3"