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This conversion is found by dividing the centimeters value by 30.48 because there are 30.48 centimeters in a foot. So, dividing 20 by 30.48 gives the feet equivalent.
Conversion Result
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Result in feet:
Conversion Formula
The conversion from centimeters to feet works by dividing the centimeters number by 30.48, which is the number of centimeters in one foot. This formula is based on the fact that 1 foot equals 12 inches, and 1 inch equals 2.54 centimeters, so 12 x 2.54 = 30.48 centimeters in a foot.
For example, if you have 20 centimeters, the math is 20 ÷ 30.48 = 0.6562 feet. This direct division gives the length in feet. The process works because it converts the metric measurement into the imperial system based on the length of a foot.
Conversion Example
- Convert 50 centimeters to feet:
- Step 1: Write down the centimeters: 50
- Step 2: Divide by 30.48: 50 ÷ 30.48
- Step 3: Calculate: 50 ÷ 30.48 ≈ 1.6404
- Result: 50 centimeters equals approximately 1.6404 feet.
- Convert 100 centimeters to feet:
- Step 1: Write down 100 centimeters.
- Step 2: Divide by 30.48: 100 ÷ 30.48
- Step 3: Calculate: 100 ÷ 30.48 ≈ 3.2808
- Result: 100 centimeters equals approximately 3.2808 feet.
- Convert 75 centimeters to feet:
- Step 1: 75 centimeters written down.
- Step 2: 75 ÷ 30.48
- Step 3: Result: approximately 2.4606 feet.
- Answer: 75 centimeters roughly equals 2.4606 feet.
Conversion Chart
| Centimeters | Feet |
|---|---|
| -5.0 | -0.1640 |
| 0.0 | 0.0000 |
| 5.0 | 0.1640 |
| 10.0 | 0.3281 |
| 15.0 | 0.4921 |
| 20.0 | 0.6562 |
| 25.0 | 0.8203 |
| 30.0 | 0.9843 |
| 35.0 | 1.1484 |
| 40.0 | 1.3125 |
| 45.0 | 1.4766 |
This chart shows centimeters from -5 to 45 and their equivalent in feet. To use, find your centimeters value in the first column, then look across to see the corresponding feet measurement.
Related Conversion Questions
- How many feet are in 20 centimeters?
- What is 20 centimeters in feet and inches?
- If I have a length of 20 centimeters, how tall is that in feet?
- Can you convert 20 centimeters to feet for me?
- How do I convert centimeters to feet for a measurement of 20?
- Is 20 centimeters equal to more than half a foot?
- What is the equivalent of 20 centimeters in imperial units?
Conversion Definitions
Centimeters
Centimeters are units of length in the metric system, where one centimeter equals one hundredth of a meter, used worldwide for measuring small distances or dimensions, especially in science, engineering, and everyday measuring tasks.
Feet
Feet are imperial units of length, where one foot equals 12 inches, and used mainly in the United States and the UK for measuring height, distance, and height-related measurements, serving as a standard for many everyday measurements.
Conversion FAQs
How precise is the conversion from centimeters to feet?
The conversion from centimeters to feet is accurate when dividing by 30.48, but rounding to a certain decimal place may slightly alter the exactness. For most practical purposes, rounding to four decimal places provides sufficient precision.
Can I convert measurements larger than 20 centimeters to feet using this tool?
Yes, the tool works for any number input in centimeters, whether smaller or larger than 20. Just type the value, and the division by 30.48 gives the corresponding feet measurement.
Why is dividing by 30.48 the correct method?
This division is correct because 30.48 centimeters exactly equals one foot, so dividing by this number converts centimeters directly into feet based on this known equivalence.
Is there a quick way to estimate centimeters to feet without a calculator?
Yes, for quick estimates, remember that 30 centimeters roughly equals one foot, so dividing the centimeter value by 30 gives a close approximation, which can be useful for rough conversions.
