Dunam
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Dunam
[edit | edit source]Dunam (also spelled dunum; Turkish: dönüm) is a unit of area used in several countries and regions that were historically influenced by the Ottoman Empire. In modern metric usage in places such as Israel, Palestine, and Turkey, a dunam is commonly defined as exactly 1,000 square metres (i.e., one decare), which is one‑tenth of a hectare.[1][2]
Definition
[edit | edit source]The metric dunam is:
- 1 dunam = 1,000 m²
- 10 dunams = 1 hectare (since 1 hectare = 10,000 m²)
In other words, the metric dunam corresponds to the decare (da).[1]
History
[edit | edit source]Historically, the size of a dunam could vary by region and period within the Ottoman realm. Modern references describe a shift toward a standardized metric definition (1,000 m²) in many places where the term remains in use.[1][2][3]
Usage
[edit | edit source]Dunam is commonly used to express:
- agricultural plot areas
- land registry / real estate plot sizes (depending on jurisdiction)
- everyday land measurement in rural contexts
Conversions
[edit | edit source]| Quantity | Equivalent |
|---|---|
| 1 dunam | 1,000 m² |
| 1 dunam | 1 decare (da) |
| 10 dunams | 1 hectare |
See also
[edit | edit source]References
[edit | edit source]- 1 2 3 "Dunam". Wikipedia. Retrieved 2026-01-05.
- 1 2 "Pre-State Israel: Dunam". Jewish Virtual Library. Retrieved 2026-01-05.
- ↑ "Dunam to Square Meter & Feet Converter (background notes)". AAPS Tools. Retrieved 2026-01-05.