Converting 8 ft to centimeters results in 243.84 cm. This is because one foot equals 30.48 centimeters, so multiplying 8 by 30.48 gives the conversion result.
To convert 8 feet into centimeters, the process involves multiplying the given feet value by 30.48, the number of centimeters in one foot. Since 1 ft = 30.48 cm, then 8 ft = 8 × 30.48 = 243.84 cm. This straightforward multiplication ensures precise conversion based on the standard measurement equivalence.
Conversion Result
8 feet is equal to 243.84 centimeters.
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Result in cm:
Conversion Formula
The formula to convert feet to centimeters is: centimeters = feet × 30.48. This works because 1 foot equals 30.48 centimeters, a standard international measurement. For example, to convert 8 ft, you multiply 8 by 30.48, resulting in 243.84 cm. This linear conversion is straightforward and accurate.
Conversion Example
- Convert 5 ft to cm:
- Multiply 5 by 30.48
- 5 × 30.48 = 152.4 cm
- Result: 152.4 centimeters
- Convert 10 ft to cm:
- Multiply 10 by 30.48
- 10 × 30.48 = 304.8 cm
- Result: 304.8 centimeters
- Convert 12.5 ft to cm:
- Multiply 12.5 by 30.48
- 12.5 × 30.48 = 381 cm
- Result: 381 centimeters
- Convert 3.2 ft to cm:
- Multiply 3.2 by 30.48
- 3.2 × 30.48 = 97.536 cm
- Result: 97.536 centimeters
- Convert 15 ft to cm:
- Multiply 15 by 30.48
- 15 × 30.48 = 457.2 cm
- Result: 457.2 centimeters
Conversion Chart
Feet | Centimeters |
---|---|
-17.0 | -517.92 |
-16.0 | -487.68 |
-15.0 | -457.44 |
-14.0 | -427.2 |
-13.0 | -396.96 |
-12.0 | -366.72 |
-11.0 | -336.48 |
-10.0 | -306.24 |
-9.0 | -276.0 |
-8.0 | -245.76 |
-7.0 | -215.52 |
-6.0 | -185.28 |
-5.0 | -155.04 |
-4.0 | -124.8 |
-3.0 | -94.56 |
-2.0 | -64.32 |
-1.0 | -34.08 |
0.0 | 0 |
1.0 | 30.48 |
2.0 | 60.96 |
3.0 | 91.44 |
4.0 | 121.92 |
5.0 | 152.4 |
6.0 | 182.88 |
7.0 | 213.36 |
8.0 | 243.84 |
9.0 | 274.32 |
10.0 | 304.8 |
11.0 | 335.28 |
12.0 | 365.76 |
13.0 | 396.24 |
14.0 | 426.72 |
15.0 | 457.2 |
16.0 | 487.68 |
17.0 | 518.16 |
18.0 | 548.64 |
19.0 | 579.12 |
20.0 | 609.6 |
21.0 | 640.08 |
22.0 | 670.56 |
23.0 | 701.04 |
24.0 | 731.52 |
25.0 | 762.0 |
26.0 | 792.48 |
27.0 | 822.96 |
28.0 | 853.44 |
29.0 | 883.92 |
30.0 | 914.4 |
31.0 | 944.88 |
32.0 | 975.36 |
33.0 | 1005.84 |
Use this chart to quickly find the centimeter equivalent of any foot value within this range, reading across from the feet to the corresponding centimeters.
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Conversion Definitions
ft
Foot (ft) is a unit of length measurement primarily used in the United States and UK, equal to 12 inches, and standardized as exactly 0.3048 meters in the metric system. It is often used to measure height, distance, and room dimensions.
cm
Centimeter (cm) is a metric unit of length equal to one-hundredth of a meter, widely used in measuring small objects, height, and distances. It provides a convenient scale for everyday measurements, where 100 centimeters make one meter.
Conversion FAQs
Why does converting 8 ft to cm produce 243.84 cm?
The conversion results from multiplying 8 by 30.48 because each foot equals exactly 30.48 centimeters. This fixed ratio makes conversion straightforward, ensuring accuracy in measurements that involve feet and centimeters.
Is the conversion factor 30.48 cm per foot exact or approximate?
The factor 30.48 cm per foot is an exact international standard, defined precisely for measurement conversions, not an approximation, which allows for reliable and consistent conversion across various applications.
Can I convert 8 ft to other metric units besides cm?
Yes, 8 ft can be converted into meters by dividing centimeters by 100. So, 8 ft equals 2.4384 meters. Conversion to other units like millimeters or kilometers involves similar proportional calculations based on the metric system.