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CM to Feet Converter
Convert centimeters to feet and inches (and back) — ideal for height.
Updated July 13, 2026
How to use the cm to feet converter
- 1Enter a height in centimeters.
- 2Read the result in feet and inches.
- 3Or type feet and inches to convert back to cm.
- 4Check the decimal-feet value and the reference table.
Common uses
- Converting a metric height to feet and inches
- Reading a height from a passport or ID in the other unit
- Filling out a form that wants feet and inches
- Comparing heights across measurement systems
Frequently asked questions
How many feet is 170 cm?
170 cm is about 5 feet 7 inches (roughly 5.57 feet). The conversion: 170 cm × 0.3937 ≈ 66.9 inches; 66.9 ÷ 12 = 5 feet with about 6.9 inches left over, which rounds to 7. Enter any value to see its own result.
What's the difference between feet-and-inches and decimal feet?
Feet-and-inches (5 ft 7 in) is how heights are normally spoken and written. Decimal feet (5.57 ft) writes the same height as one number, which is easier for spreadsheets and math. The tool shows both.
How do I convert feet and inches back to cm?
Multiply feet by 12, add the inches to get total inches, then multiply by 2.54. This tool does it automatically — type into the feet and inches boxes and the centimeter value updates.
About this tool
The cm to feet converter turns a height in centimeters into feet and inches, the way heights are usually written — 170 cm becomes 5 ft 7 in. It also shows the decimal-feet form (5.57 ft) that spreadsheets prefer, and converts back if you enter feet and inches. One centimeter is about 0.3937 inches and twelve inches make a foot, so the tool converts to total inches and splits off whole feet. A reference table covers the common heights people search for. Everything runs in your browser.
Like most tools on UtilityBase, the cm to feet converter runs entirely in your browser — nothing you enter is uploaded or stored on a server. It's free to use with no account required. Browse more calculators here.
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