Understanding Imperial Length Units

In the imperial system, distances are measured using units such as inches, feet, yards, and miles. These units are commonly used in the United States and a few other countries.

Basic Conversions

• 1 foot = 12 inches
• 1 yard = 3 feet
• 1 mile = 5280 feet

How to Convert Meters to Feet

1 meter equals approximately 3.28084 feet. To convert meters to feet, multiply the meter value by 3.28084.

Formula:
Feet = Meters × 3.28084

How to Convert Feet to Meters

To convert feet to meters, multiply the foot value by 0.3048.

Formula:
Meters = Feet × 0.3048

Real Example: How Many Meters Are in a Mile?

We know that:

• 1 mile = 5280 feet
• 1 foot = 0.3048 meters

To find out how many meters are in a mile, we multiply:

Calculation:
5280 feet × 0.3048 meters/foot = 1609.344 meters

Therefore, 1 mile equals approximately 1609.344 meters.

Common Imperial to Metric Conversions