Length converter: meter → foot
Facts about the Meter
The meter (m) is the base unit of length in the International System of Units (SI). Originally defined in the late 18th century as one ten-millionth of the distance from the equator to the North Pole, it has since been redefined using the speed of light. Today, 1 meter is exactly the distance light travels in 1/299,792,458 of a second. Meters are used globally in science, construction, athletics, and daily measurements.
Facts about the Foot
The foot (ft) is an imperial unit of length equal to 12 inches or 0.3048 meters. It was originally based on the length of a human foot and was used by many ancient cultures. Today, feet are still commonly used in the U.S. for measuring height, room dimensions, and in aviation for altitude.