Convert hectares to dunams

1 ha=10dunam

Use the converter below to change any hectares value into dunams instantly — with formula, conversion table, and real-world examples.

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Conversion formula

Forward

dunams = hectares × 10

Reverse

hectares = dunams × 0.1

Example: 10 ha × 10 = 100 dunam.

About both units

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Hectare

The hectare equals 10,000 square metres — a square 100 m on each side. It is the global standard for agricultural land, forests, vineyards and large-scale property. 1 hectare is roughly equivalent to 2.47 acres. European farms are measured in hectares.

Real-world: A rugby pitch is 1 hectare. A Bordeaux vineyard parcel is typically 5–10 ha. The Vatican City covers 44 ha.

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Dunam

dunam

The metric dunam equals 1000 square metres exactly. It is the standard land unit in Israel, Palestine, Turkey and parts of the former Ottoman Empire. Other regional "dunams" have existed historically, but the metric dunam (1000 m²) is the modern standard.

Real-world: An Israeli small farm might be 50 dunams (5 ha). Agricultural yields sometimes quoted per dunam.

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Hectare to Dunam conversion table

Common hectares to dunams values for quick reference.

Hectare (ha)	Dunam (dunam)
1 ha	10 dunam
5 ha	50 dunam
10 ha	100 dunam
50 ha	500 dunam
100 ha	1,000 dunam
500 ha	5,000 dunam
1,000 ha	10,000 dunam
5,000 ha	50,000 dunam
10,000 ha	100,000 dunam
50,000 ha	500,000 dunam

Tips & common mistakes

Quick tips

1 ha = 10,000 m² = 100 m × 100 m.
1 ha ≈ 2.47 acres — quick check for US/UK comparison.
Agricultural yields quoted as tonnes/hectare are standard worldwide.

Avoid these

Using hectares for very small plots — m² is clearer.
Converting acres to hectares with 2.5 factor — correct is 2.47 (1.2% error).
Treating "a few hectares" as an exact figure in contracts — always specify.

Frequently asked questions

How many dunams in a hectare?

One hectare equals 10 dunams.

How do I convert hectares to dunams?

Multiply the hectare value by 10 to get the equivalent in dunams.

What is 100 hectares in dunams?

100 hectares equals 1,000 dunams.

Is a hectare bigger than a dunam?

Yes. 1 hectare equals 10 dunams, so one hectare is larger.

How to convert hectares to dunams without a calculator?

Multiply by 10 for a quick estimate; use a calculator for precise results.

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