Elara BennettThe conversion of 179 cm equals approximately 5.87 feet.
To convert centimeters to feet, the number of centimeters is divided by 30.48, since there are 30.48 centimeters in a foot. So, 179 cm divided by 30.48 gives the feet measurement. This conversion allows us to switch from metric to imperial units, useful in countries like the US and UK.
Conversion Result
179 cm is approximately 5.87 feet.
Conversion Tool
Result in feet:
Conversion Formula
The conversion formula from centimeters to feet is: feet = centimeters ÷ 30.48. This works because one foot contains exactly 30.48 centimeters. For example, to convert 179 cm to feet:
- Take 179 cm.
- Divide 179 by 30.48.
- This results in approximately 5.87 feet.
This calculation transforms the metric measurement into imperial, providing a different unit system for height or length measurements, which is essential for international contexts or personal preferences.
Conversion Example
- Convert 150 cm to feet:
- Divide 150 by 30.48.
- 150 ÷ 30.48 ≈ 4.92 feet.
- Convert 200 cm to feet:
- Divide 200 by 30.48.
- 200 ÷ 30.48 ≈ 6.56 feet.
- Convert 165 cm to feet:
- Divide 165 by 30.48.
- 165 ÷ 30.48 ≈ 5.41 feet.
- Convert 190 cm to feet:
- Divide 190 by 30.48.
- 190 ÷ 30.48 ≈ 6.23 feet.
- Convert 170 cm to feet:
- Divide 170 by 30.48.
- 170 ÷ 30.48 ≈ 5.58 feet.
Conversion Chart
| Centimeters | Feet |
|---|---|
| 154.0 | 5.05 |
| 159.0 | 5.21 |
| 164.0 | 5.38 |
| 169.0 | 5.54 |
| 174.0 | 5.71 |
| 179.0 | 5.87 |
| 184.0 | 6.04 |
| 189.0 | 6.20 |
| 194.0 | 6.37 |
| 199.0 | 6.53 |
| 204.0 | 6.70 |
This chart shows centimeters from 154 to 204 and their corresponding foot measurements. To read it, find your centimeter value in the first column, then look across to see the approximate feet equivalent.
Related Conversion Questions
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Conversion Definitions
cm
Centimeter (cm) is a metric unit of length equal to one one-hundredth of a meter, used worldwide for measuring small to medium lengths like height, furniture, or fabric. It is part of the International System of Units (SI).
feet
Feet is an imperial measurement unit used primarily in the US, UK, and some other countries, where one foot equals 12 inches or approximately 30.48 centimeters. It is most often used to measure height and short distances.
Conversion FAQs
How accurate is converting 179 cm to feet using this method?
The conversion divides centimeters by 30.48, which is precise since 30.48 cm exactly equals one foot. Minor differences may occur due to rounding, but generally, the result is highly accurate for practical purposes.
Can I convert any centimeter value to feet using this formula?
Yes, the formula applies to any centimeter measurement. You simply divide the value by 30.48 to get the equivalent in feet. For fractional results, you can convert the decimal into inches for more detailed measurement.
Why use centimeters and feet instead of inches or meters?
Different regions prefer different units; centimeters and meters are metric, used worldwide for scientific and everyday measurements, while feet are part of the imperial system mainly used in the US and UK for height and construction measurements.
What do I do if I want to convert centimeters to inches instead?
To convert centimeters to inches, divide the centimeter value by 2.54 since one inch equals 2.54 centimeters. For example, 179 cm divided by 2.54 is approximately 70.47 inches.
