Convert fathom to reed
Please provide values below to convert fathom [fath] to reed [reed], or Convert reed to fathom.
1 fath = 0.666666666667 reed. To convert fathom to reed, multiply the value by 0.666666666667; to go the other way, divide by it (1 reed = 1.5 fath). Both units measure length and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 fath = 0.666666666667 reed
- 1 reed = 1.5 fath
- 10 fath = 6.66666666667 reed
- 100 fath = 66.6666666667 reed
How to Convert Fathom to Reed
1 fath = 0.666666666666667 reed
Example: convert 15 fath to reed:
15 fath = 15 × 0.666666666666667 reed = 10 reed
Fathom to Reed Conversion Table
| fathom | reed |
|---|---|
| 1 fath | 0.666666666667 reed |
| 2 fath | 1.33333333333 reed |
| 3 fath | 2 reed |
| 5 fath | 3.33333333333 reed |
| 10 fath | 6.66666666667 reed |
| 20 fath | 13.3333333333 reed |
| 50 fath | 33.3333333333 reed |
| 100 fath | 66.6666666667 reed |
| 500 fath | 333.333333333 reed |
| 1000 fath | 666.666666667 reed |
Fathom
A fathom is a unit of length equal to 6 feet, used especially for measuring the depth of water.
History/Origin
The term "fathom" comes from the Old English word "fæthm," meaning "outstretched arms," as the distance was originally the span of a man's outstretched arms.
Current Use
The fathom is still used in nautical applications, especially in the United States, to measure water depth. It is also used in commercial fishing to measure the length of lines.
Reed
A reed is an ancient unit of length, typically about 6 cubits or around 9 feet.
History/Origin
The reed was a common unit of measurement in ancient Mesopotamia and the surrounding regions.
Current Use
The reed is an obsolete unit of measurement.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 fathom in reed?
1 fathom (fath) = 0.666666666667 reed (reed).
How do you convert fathom to reed?
Multiply the fathom value by 0.666666666667. For example, 25 fath × 0.666666666667 = 16.6666666667 reed.
What is 10 fathom in reed?
10 fath = 6.66666666667 reed.
Which unit is larger, the fathom or the reed?
The reed is the larger unit: 1 fath equals only 0.666666666667 reed.