square foot

American  

[skwair foot] / ˈskwɛər ˈfʊt /

noun

plural

square feet

1. a unit of area measurement equal to a square measuring one foot on each side; 0.0929 square meters. ft 2 , sq. ft.

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Etymology

Origin of square foot

First recorded in 1670–80

Example Sentences

All told, construction of the Geffen Galleries cost about $2,082 per square foot, which Govan said was average for museums.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

He also pointed to the relative value compared to nearby coastal markets, noting similar waterfront properties elsewhere often come at a significantly higher price per square foot.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

The proposal is for £4 per square foot of the property, plus service charges.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

Victoria Gardens gets nearly 15 million visitors annually and generates more than $1,100 per square foot in retail sales, placing it among top-grossing open-air shopping centers in the nation, Redwood West said.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

When he left the earth, Bull knew that he had every chance of passing through a square foot of sky unviolated by man before.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy