Acre to Square Meter Converter
Convert Acre to square meters (m²) instantly. 1 Acre = 4,046.86 m² = 4.047 Dunam
Convert Acre to m²
Acre to Dunam & m² Conversion Chart
| Acres | Square Meters (m²) | Dunam (دونم) | Hectares |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 Acre | 1,012 m² | 1.012 دونم | 0.101 ha |
| 0.5 Acre | 2,023 m² | 2.023 دونم | 0.202 ha |
| 1 Acre | 4,047 m² | 4.047 دونم | 0.405 ha |
| 2 Acres | 8,094 m² | 8.094 دونم | 0.809 ha |
| 5 Acres | 20,234 m² | 20.234 دونم | 2.023 ha |
| 10 Acres | 40,469 m² | 40.469 دونم | 4.047 ha |
| 20 Acres | 80,937 m² | 80.937 دونم | 8.094 ha |
| 50 Acres | 202,343 m² | 202.343 دونم | 20.234 ha |
About Acre (Palestine Context)
Acre is a British Imperial unit used alongside Dunam in Palestine, particularly for larger agricultural lands and international documentation.
- 1 Acre = 4,046.86 square meters (exact: 4046.8564224 m²)
- 1 Acre = 4.047 Dunam
- 1 Acre = 43,560 square feet
- 1 Acre = 0.4047 hectares
Usage in Palestine:
- International Context: Used in documents for international organizations and NGOs
- Large Estates: Agricultural lands, especially olive groves and orchards
- Comparative: Often converted to Dunam for local understanding
- British Mandate Legacy: Inherited from British administration period (1920-1948)
Acre vs Dunam:
- Dunam: Local standard, easier conversions (1,000 m²)
- Acre: International standard, used in global contexts
- Relationship: 1 Acre ≈ 4 Dunam (4.047 exactly)
How to Convert Acre to Square Meters
Formula: Square Meters = Acres × 4,046.86
Examples:
- 1 Acre to m²: 1 × 4,046.86 = 4,046.86 m²
- 5 Acres to m²: 5 × 4,046.86 = 20,234.30 m²
- 10 Acres to m²: 10 × 4,046.86 = 40,468.60 m²
Quick Dunam Conversion:
- Acres to Dunam: multiply by 4.047 (or approximately 4)
- Dunam to Acres: divide by 4.047 (or approximately 4)
- Example: 10 Acres ≈ 10 × 4 = ~40 Dunam (exact: 40.47 Dunam)
FAQs
How many square meters in 1 Acre?
1 Acre = 4,046.86 square meters (exact: 4046.8564224 m²) = 4.047 Dunam = 43,560 square feet.
How many Dunam in 1 Acre?
1 Acre = 4.047 Dunam (approximately 4 Dunam). This makes quick mental conversions easy – just multiply acres by 4.
Which is more common in Palestine: Acre or Dunam?
Dunam is the local standard and more commonly used. Acre appears mainly in international documentation and for comparative purposes.
Is the Acre the same worldwide?
Yes! Unlike Dunam which has regional variations, the Acre is standardized internationally at 4,046.86 m² (43,560 sqft).
Can I convert between Acre and Dunam easily?
Yes! Just remember: 1 Acre ≈ 4 Dunam. For quick estimates, multiply acres by 4 to get approximate dunam.