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Hectares

Verb / ˈheˌktɑ:rz / Another word for hectares — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Hectares is a unit of measurement used to measure land. It is equal to 10,000 square meters or 2.471 acres.

Synonyms & similar words

hectare acres hectometers hectors hectoare hectoacre hectometre hectomorgen ares centiares morgen roods sections

Synonyms by register

Formal

acreage area expanse territory

Antonyms

smallness paucity scarcity dearth lack shortage

Common collocations

  • large hectares
  • fertile hectares
  • arable hectares
  • hectares of land
  • hectares of forest
  • hectares of farmland
  • hectares of vineyards

Word family

noun hectare

Usage note

A hectare is a unit of area, not a physical object, so antonyms are conceptual rather than direct opposites. It is primarily used in the metric system for measuring land.

Example sentences

  1. The farm is 50 hectares in size and has many different crops.
  2. The park is 10 hectares and has a playground, soccer field, and picnic area.
  3. There are 100 hectares of forest that are being protected from deforestation.
  4. The developer bought 20 hectares of land to build a shopping mall.
  5. The vineyard is 30 hectares and produces some of the best wine in the region.

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