Feet to Yards Calculator
Convert feet to yards instantly with our easy-to-use calculator
Feet to Yards Converter
Enter a value in feet to convert it to yards
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Conversion Formula
To convert from feet to yards, use the following formula:
This is because 1 yard is equal to exactly 3 feet by definition.
Feet to Yards Conversion Table
Common conversions for quick reference
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About Feet and Yards
Learn about these units of measurement
What is a Foot?
A foot (plural: feet) is a unit of length in the imperial and US customary systems of measurement. It is equal to 12 inches, and one-third of a yard.
The foot is commonly used in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, and many other countries for measuring height, short distances, and elevation.
- 1 foot = 12 inches
- 1 foot = 0.3048 meters (exactly)
- 1 foot = 30.48 centimeters
- Symbol: ft or ‘
What is a Yard?
A yard is a unit of length in the imperial and US customary systems of measurement. By definition, 1 yard is equal to 3 feet or 36 inches.
The yard is commonly used in the United States and the United Kingdom for measuring longer distances, particularly in fabric measurement, field sports, and real estate.
- 1 yard = 3 feet (exactly)
- 1 yard = 36 inches
- 1 yard = 0.9144 meters (exactly)
- Symbol: yd
Common Usage Examples
Feet Measurements
- Height of a person: 5’10” (5 feet 10 inches)
- Room dimensions: 12′ × 15′ (12 feet by 15 feet)
- Elevation: 8,000 feet above sea level
- Short distances: 50 feet away
Yards Measurements
- Fabric: 5 yards of cotton
- American football: 100 yards field length
- Swimming pools: 25-yard lap pool
- Land measurement: 40 yards wide property
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about feet to yards conversion
How do I convert feet to yards?
To convert feet to yards, divide the number of feet by 3. For example, to convert 6 feet to yards: 6 ÷ 3 = 2 yards.
How do I convert yards to feet?
To convert yards to feet, multiply the number of yards by 3. For example, to convert 4 yards to feet: 4 × 3 = 12 feet.
Why is 1 yard equal to 3 feet?
This relationship was standardized in the medieval period and has remained consistent. The yard was defined as 3 feet by legal statute in England as early as the 14th century.
What is 5 feet and 6 inches in yards?
First, convert 5 feet and 6 inches to feet: 5.5 feet. Then, convert to yards: 5.5 ÷ 3 = 1.833 yards.
What countries primarily use feet and yards?
The United States still uses feet and yards as primary units of measurement. The United Kingdom uses a mix of metric and imperial units, with feet and yards still common for certain measurements.
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