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 Length/Distance  | Convert from werst to rute [Germany] |
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The werst is a German spelling, sometimes seen in English as well, for a Russian distance unit, the verst. 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.
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