Convert mm to feet
Please provide values below to convert millimeter [mm] to foot [ft], or vice versa.
Millimeter
Definition: A millimeter (symbol: mm) is a unit of length in the International System of Units (SI). It is defined as one thousandth of a meter, the SI base unit of length.
History/origin: The millimeter, like the meter, was introduced as part of the metric system in France in the late 18th century. The prefix "milli-" comes from the Latin word "mille" meaning "one thousand". The metric system was developed to provide a consistent decimal-based system of measurement, where each unit is related to others by powers of ten.
Current use: The millimeter is commonly used for measuring small distances and object dimensions. It's widely used in engineering, manufacturing, and construction for precise measurements. In countries that use the metric system (which is most of the world), the millimeter is used extensively for everything from measuring rainfall to specifying the size of screws and bolts.
Foot
Definition: A foot (symbol: ft) is a unit of length in the imperial and US customary systems of measurement. Since 1959, the foot has been defined internationally as exactly 0.3048 meters. There are 12 inches in one foot and 3 feet in one yard.
History/origin: The foot as a unit of measurement has existed in many forms throughout human history. The human foot has been used as a basis for measurement in many cultures. The current standardized foot has evolved from ancient Egyptian, Greek, and Roman systems of measurement. The word "foot" comes from the Old English "fōt" which is related to the German "Fuß" and Dutch "voet".
Current use: The foot is primarily used in the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada for many everyday measurements. In the United States, it's the standard unit for measuring building dimensions, room sizes, and heights of people. In the UK, despite the official adoption of the metric system, the foot is still commonly used in conversation and in certain industries like aviation and construction.