179 centimeters is approximately 5.10 feet. This means that a person or object measuring 179 cm stands just over five feet tall in imperial units.
To convert centimeters to feet, you divide the length in centimeters by 30.48, since one foot equals 30.48 centimeters. So, 179 cm divided by 30.48 gives the measurement in feet, providing an accurate conversion from metric to imperial units.
Conversion Result
Result in ft:
Conversion Formula
The formula to convert centimeters to feet is: feet = centimeters / 30.48. This works because one foot equals 30.48 centimeters, so dividing the centimeter measurement by this number gives the equivalent in feet. For example, converting 179 cm:
- Start with 179 cm.
- Divide 179 by 30.48.
- 179 / 30.48 ≈ 5.878 ft.
- Rounded to 4 decimal places, that’s 5.8780 feet.
Conversion Example
- Convert 150 cm to ft.
- Divide 150 by 30.48.
- 150 / 30.48 ≈ 4.9213 ft.
- Convert 200 cm to ft.
- Divide 200 by 30.48.
- 200 / 30.48 ≈ 6.5617 ft.
- Convert 165 cm to ft.
- Divide 165 by 30.48.
- 165 / 30.48 ≈ 5.4134 ft.
- Convert 190 cm to ft.
- Divide 190 by 30.48.
- 190 / 30.48 ≈ 6.2336 ft.
- Convert 179 cm to ft (original example).
- Divide 179 by 30.48.
- 179 / 30.48 ≈ 5.8780 ft.
Conversion Chart
| Centimeters (cm) | Feet (ft) |
|---|---|
| 154.0 | 5.05 |
| 159.0 | 5.21 |
| 164.0 | 5.38 |
| 169.0 | 5.54 |
| 174.0 | 5.71 |
| 179.0 | 5.88 |
| 184.0 | 6.04 |
| 189.0 | 6.20 |
| 194.0 | 6.37 |
| 199.0 | 6.53 |
| 204.0 | 6.70 |
This chart helps you see conversions for specific centimeter values into feet, making it easy to compare measurements quickly.
Related Conversion Questions
- What is 179 cm in feet and inches?
- How tall is 179 centimeters in feet compared to inches?
- Can I convert 179 cm to feet using a calculator?
- What is the equivalent of 179 cm in imperial height units?
- Is 179 centimeters considered tall in feet?
- How do I convert 179 cm into feet for height measurement?
- What is the height in feet for someone who is 179 cm tall?
Conversion Definitions
cm
Centimeter is a metric unit of length equal to one hundredth of a meter, used worldwide for measuring small to medium distances, especially in height, width, or length of objects, in scientific and everyday contexts.
ft
Foot is an imperial measurement unit equal to 12 inches, commonly used in the United States and UK for measuring height, length, or distance, particularly in personal height and construction measurements.
Conversion FAQs
How accurate is converting 179 cm to feet using this method?
The conversion divides centimeters by 30.48, which is the precise number of centimeters in a foot. Therefore, the result is accurate to four decimal places, providing a reliable measurement for most practical purposes.
Can I convert other measurements from cm to ft using the same formula?
Yes, the same division by 30.48 applies for any measurement in centimeters, whether it’s height, length, or width, giving its equivalent in feet with high precision.
Why do I need to divide by 30.48 instead of 12?
Dividing by 30.48 converts centimeters to feet because 30.48 cm equals one foot, whereas 12 inches are in a foot. The division accounts for the centimeter-to-inch-to-foot conversion chain.
What is the typical height in feet of a person who is 179 cm tall?
179 cm converts approximately to 5.878 feet, which is about 5 feet and 10.5 inches, giving an idea of a person’s height in familiar imperial units.
