Definition

A unit of area equal to 10,000 square meters, commonly used in measuring land.

Example

The farmer owns fifty hektare of land for growing crops.

Conversation

Did you know that one hektare is equal to 10,000 square meters?

Yeah, I learned that in geography class!

I find it interesting how different countries use hektare for land measurement.

Definitely! It makes comparing sizes easier, especially for farms.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Hektare** → The word 'hektare' originates from the French word 'hectare', which is derived from the Greek 'hekaton' (meaning hundred) and the Latin 'area' (meaning open space or land). The term 'hektare' refers to a unit of area equal to 10,000 square meters, or a hundred ares, thus combining the concepts of hundred and area.

Memory Tip

Think of 'hekaton' meaning hundred and 'area' meaning land — this helps you remember that a hektare is a unit of land measuring a hundred ares.

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