How Many Inches in a Foot

Feet to inches conversion guide

⚡Quick Answer

1 foot = 12 inches. To convert feet to inches, multiply by 12. To convert inches to feet, divide by 12.

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1 foot = 12 inches. This has been the standard definition since ancient times.

💡Remember: a ruler is typically 12 inches (1 foot) long.

To convert feet to inches: inches = feet × 12. Example: 5 feet = 5 × 12 = 60 inches.

💡For feet and inches combined, convert feet first then add inches.

5'0" = 60 inches | 5'6" = 66 inches | 5'10" = 70 inches | 6'0" = 72 inches | 6'2" = 74 inches

💡Average US male height is about 5'9" (69 inches), female is 5'4" (64 inches).

1 foot = 30.48 cm | 1 inch = 2.54 cm. So 5'10" = 70 inches = 177.8 cm.

💡For quick estimate: multiply inches by 2.5 to get approximate cm.

Use a single quote for feet and double quote for inches. Example: 5'10" means 5 feet 10 inches.

1 yard = 3 feet = 36 inches.

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