How Many Inches in a Foot?

There are 12 inches in a foot. This is a standard US/UK imperial measurement used for height, length, and construction.

How many inches in a foot? — see the answer and conversion table below.

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Answer: There are 12 inches in a foot. This is a standard US/UK imperial measurement used for height, length, and construction.

Example

Question: How many inches in a foot? Answer: There are 12 inches in a foot. This is a standard US/UK imperial measurement used for height, length, and construction.

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  1. Read the direct answer at the top of the page
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  4. Browse the FAQ for common follow-up questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are there 12 inches in a foot?

The division into 12 comes from ancient Roman measurement. The Roman foot (pes) was divided into 12 inches (unciae), a system that continues today.

How many inches in 5 feet?

There are 60 inches in 5 feet (5 x 12 = 60).

How many cm in a foot?

There are 30.48 centimeters in 1 foot.

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