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To convert from Square Meter (m2) to Are (a), use the following formula:
Let's convert 5 Square Meter (m2) to Are (a).
Using the formula:
Therefore, 5 Square Meter (m2) is equal to Are (a).
Here are some quick reference conversions from Square Meter (m2) to Are (a):
| Square Meters | Ares |
|---|---|
| 0.000001 m2 | a |
| 0.001 m2 | a |
| 0.1 m2 | a |
| 1 m2 | a |
| 2 m2 | a |
| 3 m2 | a |
| 4 m2 | a |
| 5 m2 | a |
| 6 m2 | a |
| 7 m2 | a |
| 8 m2 | a |
| 9 m2 | a |
| 10 m2 | a |
| 20 m2 | a |
| 30 m2 | a |
| 40 m2 | a |
| 50 m2 | a |
| 100 m2 | a |
| 1000 m2 | a |
| 10000 m2 | a |
A Square Meter (m2) is a fundamental unit of area in the metric system.
But how big is a square meter, really? To get a good visual, imagine the top of a small square café table or two large bath towels laid side by side.
A square meter is a unit of area derived from the International System of Units (SI).
It is officially defined as the area of a square whose sides each measure exactly one meter.
This fundamental measurement is used globally for scientifically and legally describing two-dimensional space.
The square meter is the most common unit for measuring property and living space worldwide.
When you see the size of an apartment, house, or piece of land listed, it's typically in square meters (m2).
In construction and interior design, accurately calculating the quantity of materials is crucial for precise project planning and budgeting.
Common examples include figuring out quantities for:
Understanding how the square meter relates to other units is essential for international dealings and personal reference.
One square meter is equivalent to approximately 10.764 square feet, a unit commonly used in the United States.
For larger areas, such as farm land or parks, 10,000 square meters make up one hectare.
An are (a) is a metric unit of area, defined as 100 square meters (100 m2).
It is part of the same system as the more widely known hectare. The plural form is ares.
The hectare (ha), a much more common unit for measuring land, is derived directly from the are.
The prefix 'hecto-' means 100, so one hectare is equal to 100 ares.
Since one are is 100 square meters, a hectare is equivalent to 10,000 square meters (100 ares × 100 m2/are). This makes the hectare an ideal unit for measuring large areas, such as farms, forests, and parks.
The are was first established as part of the original French metric system in 1795. It was designed to serve as a standard base unit for measuring land, simplifying calculations required by older, traditional units.
While the hectare is more common today in agriculture and forestry, the are is still used in specific contexts, such as real estate and land registries in many countries, particularly throughout Europe.
The are serves as the foundation for other metric units of land area, making conversions straightforward. The most common related units include: