Centimeter ⇄ Feet & Inches Converter
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Centimeter to ft inches converter
Foot
The foot (ft) is a common unit of length used worldwide, especially in construction and design. A foot equals 12 inches (in), or exactly 1/3 of a yard (yd). In the metric system, 1 foot = 30.48 centimeters (cm), which makes it easy to connect everyday use with precise calculations.
Inch
An inch (in), also written as ″, is another widely recognised unit of length. A single inch equals 1/12 of a foot (ft) and 1/36 of a yard (yd). In metric values, 1 inch = 25.4 millimeters (mm). This clear definition allows the inch to stay accurate in engineering, trade, and daily conversions.
How to convert centimeters to feet+inches
To use a centimeter to ft inches converter, you need only a few simple steps:
- 1 centimeter = 0.032808 feet
- 1 centimeter = 0.3937 inches
The formula works like this:
- Total inches (d in) = centimeters ÷ 2.54
- Feet (d ft) = floor value of total inches ÷ 12
- Remaining inches (d in) = total inches − (12 × feet)
This clear process ensures accuracy, making it perfect for everyday calculations or technical work.
Let’s apply the method:
- d(in total) = 40 cm ÷ 2.54 = 15.748 in
- d(ft) = ⌊15.748 ÷ 12⌋ = 1 ft
- d(in) = 15.748 − (12 × 1) = 3.748 in
- Result = 1 ft + 3.748 in
So, 40 centimeters equals 1 foot 3.748 inches. The converter bridges metric and imperial systems with speed and precision.
How many feet are in 1 centimeter?
1 centimeter equals 0.032808 feet.
How many inches are in 1 centimeter?
1 centimeter equals 0.3937 inches.
How do you convert centimeters to feet and inches manually?
Divide cm by 2.54 to get inches, then divide by 12 for feet and calculate the remaining inches.
What is 40 cm in feet and inches?
40 cm equals 1 foot 3.748 inches
Why use a centimeter to ft inches converter?
It provides fast, accurate, and reliable conversions between metric and imperial units without manual effort.
