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To convert from Kanna (kanna) to Gallon (gal), use the following formula:
With is the ratio between the base units Fluid Ounce (fl-oz) and Liter (l).
Let's convert 5 Kanna (kanna) to Gallon (gal).
Using the formula:
Therefore, 5 Kanna (kanna) is equal to Gallon (gal).
Here are some quick reference conversions from Kanna (kanna) to Gallon (gal):
| Kannor | Gallons |
|---|---|
| 0.000001 kanna | gal |
| 0.001 kanna | gal |
| 0.1 kanna | gal |
| 1 kanna | gal |
| 2 kanna | gal |
| 3 kanna | gal |
| 4 kanna | gal |
| 5 kanna | gal |
| 6 kanna | gal |
| 7 kanna | gal |
| 8 kanna | gal |
| 9 kanna | gal |
| 10 kanna | gal |
| 20 kanna | gal |
| 30 kanna | gal |
| 40 kanna | gal |
| 50 kanna | gal |
| 100 kanna | gal |
| 1000 kanna | gal |
| 10000 kanna | gal |
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A Kanna is a traditional unit of volume from Sweden, equal to 2.617 liters.
The word itself means "can," "pot," or "jug" in Swedish, directly reflecting its use as a container for measuring.
The correct plural form is Kannor, a term you'll find in historical records and recipes.
The Kanna has deep roots in Swedish history, serving as a standard unit of measurement long before the country adopted the metric system in 1889.
This measurement was a part of everyday life, used in homes and markets all across Sweden to measure everything from milk and spirits to dry goods.
The Kanna was part of a larger system of units, where a stop was half a Kanna, and a tunna (or barrel) was made up of 48 Kannor.
To help you visualize this volume, one Kanna is approximately the size of a large 2-liter soda bottle.
Here is a quick Kanna conversion guide to modern and historic units:
A gallon (gal) is a unit of volume, most commonly associated with the imperial and US customary systems of measurement.
It is equal to 128 Fluid Ounces (fl-oz).
A common point of confusion is the difference between the US gallon and the imperial gallon (used in the UK and other Commonwealth nations).
They are not the same size!
This difference stems from historical definitions that were standardized differently in the US and Britain during the 18th and 19th centuries.
So, if you're comparing fuel efficiency, remember that "miles per gallon" ratings are based on different-sized gallons!
The word "gallon" has a rich history, tracing its roots back through several languages.
It originates from the Old Northern French word galon, which referred to a liquid measure.
This term is believed to have originated from the Gallo-Roman word gallēta, meaning a "pail" or "bucket." The ultimate origin likely goes back to a Celtic word, highlighting the unit's long-standing use in European trade and daily life for centuries.
While we typically associate the gallon with liquids, there is also a US dry gallon.
This unit, not commonly used today, is equivalent to one-eighth of a bushel, or about 4.405 liters. It was historically used to measure dry goods such as grain or fruit.
This is also why the famous "10-gallon hat" is a misnomer; its name doesn't refer to its volume.
Instead, it is thought to originate from the Spanish word galón, meaning "braid," which refers to the braided band on the hat.