Dunam to Square Meter Converter
Convert Dunam (دونم) to square meters (m²) instantly. 1 Dunam = 1,000 m²
Convert Dunam to m²
Dunam to m² Conversion Chart
| Dunam (دونم) | Square Meters (m²) | Hectares (ha) | Acres |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 دونم | 1,000 m² | 0.10 ha | 0.247 acre |
| 5 دونم | 5,000 m² | 0.50 ha | 1.236 acre |
| 10 دونم (1 hectare) | 10,000 m² | 1.00 ha | 2.471 acre |
| 20 دونم | 20,000 m² | 2.00 ha | 4.942 acre |
| 50 دونم | 50,000 m² | 5.00 ha | 12.355 acre |
| 100 دونم | 100,000 m² | 10.00 ha | 24.711 acre |
About Dunam (دونم)
Dunam (also spelled donum, dönüm) is the primary land measurement unit used throughout Palestine and the wider Middle East.
- 1 Dunam (دونم) = 1,000 square meters (exactly)
- 1 Dunam = 10,764 square feet
- 1 Dunam = 0.247 acres
- 10 Dunam = 1 hectare (10,000 m²)
- 4 Dunam ≈ 1 acre (4,047 m²)
Historical Background:
- Ottoman Era: The dunam originated during the Ottoman Empire
- Pre-1928: Old Ottoman dunam = 919.3 m² (varied by region)
- 1928 Standardization: British Mandate Palestine adopted metric dunam = 1,000 m²
- Modern Standard: 1,000 m² definition used across Palestine, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, Iraq
Etymology:
The word "dunam" comes from the Turkish "dönüm" (دونم), meaning "turn" or "rotation" – referring to the amount of land that could be plowed by a pair of oxen in one day.
Regional Variations:
| Region | 1 Dunam/Dönüm = |
|---|---|
| Palestine, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, Syria | 1,000 m² (this converter) |
| Turkey, Cyprus | 919.3 m² |
| Iraq (traditional) | 2,500 m² |
| Iraq (modern) | 1,000 m² |
How to Convert Dunam to Square Meters
Formula: Square Meters = Dunam × 1,000
Examples:
- 1 Dunam to m²: 1 × 1,000 = 1,000 m²
- 5 Dunam to m²: 5 × 1,000 = 5,000 m²
- 10 Dunam to m²: 10 × 1,000 = 10,000 m² (1 hectare)
- 100 Dunam to m²: 100 × 1,000 = 100,000 m² (10 hectares)
Quick Mental Conversions:
- Dunam to Hectare: divide by 10 (10 Dunam = 1 hectare)
- Dunam to Acres: divide by 4 (approximately 4 Dunam = 1 acre)
- Example: 40 Dunam = 40 ÷ 10 = 4 hectares or 40 ÷ 4 ≈ 10 acres
FAQs
How many square meters in 1 Dunam?
1 Dunam = exactly 1,000 square meters. This was standardized by the British Mandate in 1928 and remains the standard across Palestine and most of the Middle East.
Why is Dunam = 1,000 m² so convenient?
The exact 1,000 m² conversion makes calculations incredibly simple. No fractions or complex math – just multiply or divide by 1,000!
How many Dunam in 1 hectare?
1 hectare = 10 Dunam (exactly). Since 1 hectare = 10,000 m² and 1 Dunam = 1,000 m², the relationship is perfectly simple.
Is the Palestine Dunam the same as Turkey's Dönüm?
No. Palestine (and most Middle East) use 1,000 m². Turkey and Cyprus use 919.3 m². Always specify which region when discussing dunams.
What is a typical plot size in Palestine?
Small residential: 0.5-1 Dunam. Standard house: 1-3 Dunam. Agricultural: 5-20 Dunam. Large farm: 50+ Dunam. Varies greatly by region and land type.