Foot vs. Feet

Most of us often get confused with the usage of “feet” and “foot.” “Feet” is the plural form of the word “foot.” They have two different meanings. “Feet” is usually used for plural measurements, but in some cases, we use “foot” instead of “feet.” In this article, we discuss the differences between “foot” and “feet.”

Meaning and Usage of Foot

The word “foot” is the singular form of the word “feet.” It has two different meanings. It refers to the lower part of the leg below the ankle. It is also a unit of measurement that is used to measure height, length, and distance. Though “foot” is generally used with singular measurements, it is also used with plural measurements when the measurement is an adjective in spoken language. For example, did you look at the seven-foot tree? We also use the foot rather than the feet in plural measurements when the measurement is used as a modifier.

• She gave me a foot massage. Here, “foot” refers to the lower part of the leg below the ankle on which a person stands or walks.
• Kevin stood a foot away from Frana. Here, “foot” refers to the distance between Kevin and Frana.

Examples

• We went to the nearby store on foot.
• Why did you stomp on my foot now?
• Josh has a birthmark on his left foot.
• Hannah tripped as her foot caught on the cord.

Meaning and Usage of Feet

The word “feet” is the plural form of the word “foot.” It refers to the lower parts of our legs below the ankles. It is also a unit of measurement that is used to measure height, length, and distance. 

• The depth of the well at my home is 75 feet. Here, “feet” refers to the depth of the well.
• Go and wash your feet. Here, “feet” refers to the lower parts of our legs below the ankles on which a person stands or walks.

Examples

• Keep off your feet; they are so smelly.
• The height of that building is 65 feet.
• Sam loves walking on her bare feet in her house.
• He sat there tapping his feet nervously.

Difference between Feet and Foot

Feet	Foot
The word “feet” is the plural form of “foot.”	The word “foot” is the singular form of “feet.”
It is usually used for plural measurements.	It is also used with plural measurements when the measurement is an adjective in spoken language.
It is not used with plural measurements when the measurement is used as a modifier.	When the measurement is used as a modifier we use “foot” rather than “feet” with plural measurements.
Examples: The length of this room is 25 feet.  Sid kissed his daughter’s tiny feet.	Examples: My foot slipped as I stepped on the slippery floor. There is an injury to her right foot.

Conclusion

In this article, we have discussed the differences between “feet” and “foot,” as well as their meaning and usage, with examples. Note that “foot” is a singular word, while “feet” is a plural word.