hectare
What is another word for hectare? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A unit of area equal to ten thousand square metres, used to measure the size of land.
We haven't recorded synonyms for hectare yet. You can still read its full definition, where it comes from, or words that rhyme with it.
How to use hectare
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
hectares of land
hectares of forest
a few hectares
hectares of farmland
Hectare is a plain, neutral term used in official and everyday measurements of land.
Etymology
Hectare was borrowed from French, which built the word from the Ancient Greek term for "hundred" joined to "are", a smaller unit of area.
Full origin of hectare →Frequently asked questions
How many square metres are in a hectare?
A hectare equals ten thousand square metres, or one hundredth of a square kilometre.
How many acres is a hectare?
A hectare works out to roughly two and a half acres.
What is the symbol for hectare?
The symbol for hectare is ha.
