dunam to feddan | Exact Decimal + Formula

1 Dunam (Metric) = 0.238048 Feddan (Egypt)

One feddan equals about 4.2 dunams (exactly 4.20083 dunam). Real-world use: land measurement in israel, palestine, turkey, and parts of the balkans. This page expresses those values in feddans, which is used for agricultural land measurement in egypt and sudan; one feddan is 24 kirats. Use the calculator above, then check the reference table for common values from 0.001 to 1000.

About Dunam (Metric) and Feddan (Egypt)

Dunam (Metric) (dunam)

A dunam (metric) is exactly 1,000 square meters (0.1 hectare).

Where it's used: Land measurement in Israel, Palestine, Turkey, and parts of the Balkans.

Feddan (Egypt) (feddan)

A feddan is an Egyptian area unit equal to about 4,200.83 square meters (1.038 acres).

Where it's used: Agricultural land measurement in Egypt and Sudan; one feddan is 24 kirats.

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Formula

feddan = dunam × 0.238048195

To convert Dunam (Metric) to Feddan (Egypt), use the formula displayed above.

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Dunam (Metric) to Feddan (Egypt): Quick Reference Table

Dunam (Metric)	Feddan (Egypt) (Decimal)	Fraction	Real-world equivalent
0.001 dunam	0.000238 feddan	-	fractional unit measurement
0.01 dunam	0.00238 feddan	-	fractional unit measurement
0.1 dunam	0.023805 feddan	1/32 feddan	fractional unit measurement
0.5 dunam	0.119024 feddan	1/8 feddan	fractional unit measurement
1 dunam	0.238048 feddan	15/64 feddan	fractional unit measurement
2 dunam	0.476096 feddan	15/32 feddan	fractional unit measurement
5 dunam	1.190241 feddan	1 3/16 feddan	standard single unit scale
10 dunam	2.380482 feddan	2 3/8 feddan	standard single unit scale
25 dunam	5.951205 feddan	5 61/64 feddan	standard single unit scale
50 dunam	11.90241 feddan	11 29/32 feddan	multiple unit increments
100 dunam	23.80482 feddan	23 13/16 feddan	multiple unit increments
250 dunam	59.512049 feddan	59 33/64 feddan	multiple unit increments
500 dunam	119.024098 feddan	119 1/32 feddan	multiple unit increments
1000 dunam	238.048195 feddan	238 3/64 feddan	multiple unit increments

dunam to feddan Formula and Examples

Direct Formula feddan = dunam × 0.238048195

Inverse Formula dunam = feddan × 4.20083

Mental Math Shortcut

Divide the value by roughly 4.2 to quickly estimate the converted result.

Common Dunam (Metric) to Feddan (Egypt) Calculations

5 dunam = 1.190241 feddan
10 dunam = 2.380482 feddan
50 dunam = 11.90241 feddan
100 dunam = 23.80482 feddan
500 dunam = 119.024098 feddan

Precision & Practical Use

For example, 10 dunam = 2.380482 feddan — roughly standard single unit scale.

Real-estate and construction figures are usually rounded to the nearest square foot or square meter. Keep 2–3 significant figures unless you're doing engineering takeoffs.

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How to Convert Dunam (Metric) to Feddan (Egypt)

How many feddan (egypt)s are in one dunam (metric)?

One Dunam (Metric) (dunam) equals 0.238048 Feddan (Egypt) (feddan). To convert dunam (metric)s to feddan (egypt)s, multiply the dunam (metric) value by 0.238048.

How do I convert Dunam (Metric) to Feddan (Egypt)?

Multiply your dunam (metric) value by 0.238048 to get the result in Feddan (Egypt): feddan = dunam × 0.238048. For example, 5 dunam = 1.190241 feddan.

What is the formula for converting dunam to feddan?

The conversion formula is feddan = dunam × 0.238048. Use the calculator above for any value, and see the reference table below for common inputs from 0.001 to 1000.

Is there a quick mental estimate for dunam to feddan?