Definition

A traditional measurement used for land area or capacity, especially for grain, in Spain and some Spanish-speaking countries.

Example

The farmer measured his field in fanegas to determine how much grain he could plant.

Conversation

Did you know that a fanega is a unit of land measurement?

Really? I had no idea what it meant until now.

Yeah, it’s interesting how different cultures have unique measurements like that.

For sure! It makes you appreciate how diverse our world is.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'fanega' originates from Spanish, meaning a unit of measure for grain, specifically a measure of capacity. It is derived from the Arabic word 'fāniqah', which also refers to a measure of grain.

Memory Tip

Think of 'fanega' as a specific measure of grain, connecting it to its Spanish roots and the Arabic influence on the term.

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