|
Length/Distance | Convert from heer to rute [Germany] |
Related Categories:
Common Length Conversions Metric Length Conversions Unit Definition (heer) The heer is a traditional measure of length for linen and woolen yarn, equal to 2 cuts or 1/6 hank (see above). This is equivalent to 80 yards (73.152 meters). Unit Definition (rute [Germany]) The rute is a traditional German unit of distance corresponding to the English rod. In fact, "rute" is the German word for rod. The rute had varying lengths, as short as 10 fuss (German feet) and as long as 16 fuss. This could be anywhere from about 3 meters to 4.5 meters.
|
|