Feet to Yards Converter (ft to yd)
Instantly convert between feet and yards using this precise tool. Essential for construction, sports, and academic applications. 100% free with no registration required.
Conversion Formula
1 foot (ft) = 0.3333 yards (yd)
To convert feet to yards:
yards = feet ÷ 3
Example: 9 ft ÷ 3 = 3 yd
Feet to Yards Conversion Table
| Feet (ft) | Yards (yd) |
|---|---|
| 1 ft | 0.3333 yd |
| 3 ft | 1.0000 yd |
| 6 ft | 2.0000 yd |
| 9 ft | 3.0000 yd |
| 12 ft | 4.0000 yd |
| 15 ft | 5.0000 yd |
| 30 ft | 10.0000 yd |
| 60 ft | 20.0000 yd |
| 90 ft | 30.0000 yd |
| 150 ft | 50.0000 yd |
| 300 ft | 100.0000 yd |
Practical Examples
- Football field width: 160 ft = 53.3333 yd (standard NFL field width)
- Room length: 12 ft = 4 yd (typical living room)
- Fence length: 30 ft = 10 yd (small backyard fence)
Professional Applications
- Construction: Measuring building materials and layouts
- Sports: Marking distances on fields and tracks
- Landscaping: Planning garden and lawn dimensions
- Architecture: Designing floor plans and site layouts
Definition and Background
What is a Foot?
A foot (ft) is a unit of length in the imperial system, equal to 12 inches or approximately 0.3048 meters. The name comes from:
- Historically based on the average length of a human foot
- Standardized in 1959 as exactly 0.3048 meters
What is a Yard?
A yard (yd) is a unit of length in the imperial system, equal to 3 feet or approximately 0.9144 meters. It was historically based on:
- The length of a stride or belt
- Standardized in 1959 as exactly 0.9144 meters
Imperial System Hierarchy
| Unit | Symbol | Feet |
|---|---|---|
| Inch | in | 0.0833 ft |
| Foot | ft | 1 ft |
| Yard | yd | 3 ft |
| Mile | mi | 5,280 ft |
| Nautical Mile | nmi | 6,076.1155 ft |
Frequently Asked Questions
Why would I use feet instead of yards?
Feet are used for shorter measurements where precision is needed, while yards are better for slightly longer distances, such as in sports or landscaping.
How precise is feet to yard conversion?
The conversion factor (1 ft = 0.3333 yd) is exact, as 1 yard equals exactly 3 feet.
What’s the history of the yard?
The yard originated from Anglo-Saxon measurements, based on a stride or belt length, and was standardized in 1959 as 0.9144 meters.
Are feet and yards used worldwide?
Feet and yards are primarily used in the US, UK, and other countries using the imperial system, less common in metric-dominated regions.