Convert fingerbreadth to ken
Please provide values below to convert fingerbreadth [fingerbreadth] to ken [ken], or Convert ken to fingerbreadth.
How to Convert Fingerbreadth to Ken
1 fingerbreadth = 0.00899280575539568 ken
Example: convert 15 fingerbreadth to ken:
15 fingerbreadth = 15 × 0.00899280575539568 ken = 0.134892086330935 ken
Fingerbreadth to Ken Conversion Table
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Fingerbreadth
A fingerbreadth is an ancient unit of length, based on the width of a finger, approximately 3/4 of an inch.
History/Origin
The fingerbreadth was a common unit of measurement in many ancient cultures.
Current Use
The fingerbreadth is an obsolete unit of measurement.
Ken
The ken is a traditional Japanese unit of length, equal to six Japanese feet (shaku). Its length has varied over time, but it is now standardized at 1.818 meters.
History/Origin
The ken was traditionally used in Japanese architecture and land measurement.
Current Use
The ken is still used in traditional Japanese carpentry and architecture.