Length conversion
Foot to Yard
1 ft =0.33333333yd
0.33333333
1 ft =0.33333333 yd
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About Foot to Yard
Feet to yards divides a feet figure by 3 to express it in yards, since 3 feet make a yard. It is useful for landscaping, sports, fabric, and any layout that is easier to read in yards.
Formula
To convert feet to yards, divide the value in feet by 3 (or multiply by 0.3333333). Yards = Feet ÷ 3.
Worked example
For example, 30 feet ÷ 3 = 10 yards. A 30-foot length equals 10 yards.
Foot to Yard table
| Foot (ft) | Yard (yd) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.33333333 |
| 3 | 1 |
| 6 | 2 |
| 9 | 3 |
| 10 | 3.33333333 |
| 30 | 10 |
| 50 | 16.66666667 |
| 100 | 33.33333333 |
| 300 | 100 |
| 1,000 | 333.33333333 |
Common use cases
- 01Converting room or yard measurements to yards
- 02Estimating fabric and carpet by the yard
- 03Sports field and landscaping layouts
- 04Construction and fencing planning
A bit of history
Three feet have made a yard since long before the units were standardized internationally in 1959, fixing the yard at exactly 0.9144 meters.
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Frequently asked questions
How many yards are in a foot?+
1 foot equals 0.3333 yards (one third of a yard).
How many yards is 30 feet?+
30 feet equals 10 yards.
How many yards is 100 feet?+
100 feet equals about 33.33 yards.
How many yards is 9 feet?+
9 feet equals exactly 3 yards.
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