Heights are often quoted as feet and inches in the U.S. and UK, and in centimetres elsewhere.
How to use the Height Converter
- Feet
- Inches
- Every result field is editable: type into Height and Feet plus every other field update to match.
Results update as you type, and every field accepts the units shown in its menu.
How it works
Feet are converted to inches, added to the extra inches, and multiplied by 2.54.
Common heights
| Feet & inches | cm |
|---|---|
| 4 ft 10 in | 147.3 |
| 5 ft 0 in | 152.4 |
| 5 ft 2 in | 157.5 |
| 5 ft 4 in | 162.6 |
| 5 ft 6 in | 167.6 |
| 5 ft 8 in | 172.7 |
| 5 ft 10 in | 177.8 |
| 6 ft 0 in | 182.9 |
| 6 ft 2 in | 188 |
| 6 ft 4 in | 193 |
| 6 ft 6 in | 198.1 |
Inputs explained
| Field | What to enter |
|---|---|
| Feet | A number |
| Inches | A number |
What each result means
- Height = ([Feet]×12 + [Inches]) × 2.54
- Total inches = [Feet]×12 + [Inches]
- Decimal feet = [Feet] + [Inches] ÷ 12
Formula
cm = (feet × 12 + inches) × 2.54Worked example
Inputs — Feet: 5; Inches: 10.
Results — Height = 177.8 cm; Total inches = 70 in; Decimal feet = 5.833 ft.
Frequently asked questions
How tall is 5 ft 10 in?
177.8 cm.
How do I go from cm to feet and inches?
Divide cm by 2.54 for inches, then divide by 12; the remainder is inches.
What formula does the Height Converter use?
cm = (feet × 12 + inches) × 2.54.