Foot to Decimeter
1 Foot = 3.048 Decimeter
Conversion Formula
To convert Foot to Decimeter, multiply the value by 3.048.
Foot × 3.048 = Decimeter
Quick Reference
| ft | dm |
|---|---|
| 1 | 3.048 |
| 5 | 15.24 |
| 10 | 30.48 |
| 25 | 76.2 |
| 50 | 152.4 |
| 100 | 304.8 |
| 500 | 1524 |
| 1000 | 3048 |
What is Foot?
The foot (symbol: ft; plural: feet) is a unit of length in the British imperial and United States customary systems of measurement.
Since the International Yard and Pound Agreement of 1959, the foot has been defined as exactly 0.3048 meters. A single foot is comprised of 12 inches, and there are 3 feet in a yard.
Common Uses
The foot is primarily used in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. It is commonly used to measure human height, building dimensions, and short distances. In aviation, altitude is almost universally measured in feet around the world.
What is Decimeter?
The decimeter (symbol: dm) is a decimal unit of length, equal to one-tenth of a meter.
Common Uses
Decimeters are used in physics and chemistry to describe volumes (e.g., $1 \text{ dm}^3 = 1 \text{ liter}$) and in some European countries for small measurements in construction and design.
How many decimeter are in a foot?
There are 3.048 decimeter in 1 foot.