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Feet to Inches Converter

Instantly convert feet to inches with our free online calculator. Perfect for measuring height, construction projects, interior design, and everyday measurements. Simply enter your value and get accurate results immediately.

How to Convert Feet to Inches

inches = feet × 12

1 foot = 12 inches
1 inch = 0.08333 feet (1/12)

Example: convert 5 feet to inches:
5 ft = 5 × 12 = 60 inches

Feet to Inches

From feet to inches
12
1 ft = 12 in

Quick Conversion Table: Feet to Inches

FeetInches
112
224
336
448
560
672
FeetInches
784
896
9108
10120
15180
20240
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25300
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About the Units

Foot (ft)

A foot is a unit of length in the imperial and US customary systems, equal to 12 inches or 0.3048 meters. The foot has been used for measurement for thousands of years and remains widely used in the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada for everyday height and distance measurements.

Inch (in)

An inch is a unit of length in the imperial and US customary systems, equal to 1/12 of a foot or 2.54 centimeters. Inches are commonly used for measuring smaller lengths, screen sizes, paper dimensions, and precise construction measurements in countries using the imperial system.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many inches are in 1 foot?
There are exactly 12 inches in 1 foot. This is an exact conversion with no rounding needed.
How do I convert feet to inches?
To convert feet to inches, multiply the number of feet by 12. For example, 5 feet = 5 × 12 = 60 inches.
What is the formula for feet to inches?
The formula is: inches = feet × 12. To convert back, divide inches by 12 to get feet.
How many inches is 5 feet?
5 feet equals exactly 60 inches (5 × 12 = 60). This is a common height measurement equal to 152.4 cm.
How many inches is 6 feet?
6 feet equals exactly 72 inches (6 × 12 = 72). This is a common height measurement equal to 182.88 cm.
How do I convert 5 feet 10 inches to inches?
First convert the feet: 5 × 12 = 60 inches. Then add the remaining inches: 60 + 10 = 70 inches total.
How many inches is 3 feet?
3 feet equals exactly 36 inches (3 × 12 = 36). This is also equal to 1 yard.
Why are there 12 inches in a foot?
The use of 12 dates back to ancient measurement systems. Twelve is a highly divisible number (divisible by 2, 3, 4, and 6), making it practical for dividing measurements into equal parts.
How do I convert feet and inches to just inches for height?
Multiply the feet by 12, then add any additional inches. For example, 5'11" = (5 × 12) + 11 = 60 + 11 = 71 inches.
How many feet is 72 inches?
72 inches equals exactly 6 feet (72 ÷ 12 = 6). To convert inches to feet, divide by 12.