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dunam to mu | Exact Decimal + Formula

1 Dunam (Metric) = 1.5 Mu (China)

One dunam equals about 1.5 mu (exactly 1.499999925 mu). Real-world use: land measurement in israel, palestine, turkey, and parts of the balkans. This page expresses those values in mu, which is used for agricultural and rural land measurement across china; 15 mu equal one hectare. Use the calculator above, then check the reference table for common values from 0.001 to 1000.

About Dunam (Metric) and Mu (China)

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.

Mu (China) (mu)

A mu is a Chinese area unit equal to 666.67 square meters (about 0.165 acre).

Where it's used: Agricultural and rural land measurement across China; 15 mu equal one hectare.

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Formula

mu = dunam × 1.499999925

To convert Dunam (Metric) to Mu (China), use the formula displayed above.

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Dunam (Metric) to Mu (China): Quick Reference Table

Dunam (Metric) Mu (China) (Decimal) Fraction
0.001 dunam 0.0015 mu -
0.01 dunam 0.015 mu 1/64 mu
0.1 dunam 0.15 mu 5/32 mu
0.5 dunam 0.75 mu 3/4 mu
1 dunam 1.5 mu 1 1/2 mu
2 dunam 3 mu -
5 dunam 7.5 mu 7 1/2 mu
10 dunam 14.999999 mu -
25 dunam 37.499998 mu 37 1/2 mu
50 dunam 74.999996 mu -
100 dunam 149.999993 mu -
250 dunam 374.999981 mu -
500 dunam 749.999963 mu -
1000 dunam 1499.999925 mu -

dunam to mu Formula and Examples

Direct Formula mu = dunam × 1.499999925
Inverse Formula dunam = mu × 0.666667
Mental Math Shortcut

Multiply the value by roughly 1.5 to calculate the equivalent amount in your head.

Common Dunam (Metric) to Mu (China) Calculations

  • 5 dunam = 7.5 mu
  • 10 dunam = 14.999999 mu
  • 50 dunam = 74.999996 mu
  • 100 dunam = 149.999993 mu
  • 500 dunam = 749.999963 mu

Precision & Practical Use

For example, 10 dunam = 14.999999 mu — roughly multiple unit increments.

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 Mu (China)

How many mu (china)s are in one dunam (metric)?
One Dunam (Metric) (dunam) equals 1.5 Mu (China) (mu). To convert dunam (metric)s to mu (china)s, multiply the dunam (metric) value by 1.5.
How do I convert Dunam (Metric) to Mu (China)?
Multiply your dunam (metric) value by 1.5 to get the result in Mu (China): mu = dunam × 1.5. For example, 5 dunam = 7.5 mu.
What is the formula for converting dunam to mu?
The conversion formula is mu = dunam × 1.5. 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 mu?
Multiply the value by roughly 1.5 to calculate the equivalent amount in your head.
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