Converting from Centimeter (cm) to Feet (ft)

What is Centimeter (cm)

The centimeter (cm) is a metric unit of length equal to one hundredth of a meter. It is commonly used in many countries around the world for measuring small lengths, such as body measurements or the dimensions of objects. The symbol for centimeter is "cm." In a practical sense, it helps people understand and compare lengths without using larger units like meters or kilometers.

What is Feet (ft)

The foot (ft) is an imperial unit of length that is equal to 12 inches. Traditionally used in the United States and the UK, it measures longer distances compared to centimeters. The symbol for feet is "ft." A foot is a practical unit for constructing buildings and other large objects, where using centimeters might be less convenient due to the larger scale of measurement.

Conversion Formulas

To convert centimeters to feet, you can use the formula:

To convert feet back to centimeters, use the formula:

Examples

Let’s look at some conversions from centimeters to feet:

1. For 4 cm:

   feet=4cm×0.0328084=0.1312336ft

2. For 5 cm:

   feet=5cm×0.0328084=0.164042ft

3. For 12 cm:

   feet=12cm×0.0328084=0.3937008ft

Now, for converting feet back to centimeters, consider these examples:

1. For 4 ft:

   centimeters=4ft×30.48=121.92cm

2. For 5 ft:

   centimeters=5ft×30.48=152.4cm

3. For 12 ft:

   centimeters=12ft×30.48=365.76cm

With these formulas and examples, it's clear how to perform conversions between centimeters and feet effectively. To convert from centimeter (cm) to feet (ft), simply apply the conversion formula or refer to the provided examples.