Convert Filipino quinon to square meter easily.
1 quinon x 2,788.9 = 2,788.9 m²
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If you've ever dealt with property in the Philippine provinces, you've probably heard elders mention "quinons" when discussing rice fields or coconut plantations. This traditional unit carries more than numerical value, it's a cultural artifact surviving from Spanish colonial times. Let's explore how to bridge historical measurement systems with modern metric needs.
Unit definitions
What is a Filipino quinon (quinon)?
The quinon served as a fundamental land measurement during Spanish colonial rule (1521-1898). Originally tied to agricultural production capacity, one quinon represented the area a farmer could reasonably manage. Symbol: No standard abbreviation. Common uses: Historical land records, rural land discussions. Definition: 1 quinon = 1,000 square brazas (where 1 braza = 1.67 meters).
What is a square meter (m²)?
The SI unit for area, standardized globally since the 20th century. Symbol: m². Common uses: International real estate, construction, science. Definition: Area of a square with 1-meter sides.
Conversion formula
1 quinon = 2,788.9 m²
To convert quinon to m²: Multiply quinons by 2,788.9
To convert m² to quinon: Divide square meters by 2,788.9
Example calculations
- Converting 3 quinons to m²:
3 × 2,788.9 = 8,366.7 m² - Converting 5,000 m² to quinons:
5,000 ÷ 2,788.9 ≈ 1.79 quinons
Conversion tables
Quinon to square meter
| Quinon | Square Meters |
|---|---|
| 1 | 2,788.9 |
| 2 | 5,577.8 |
| 3 | 8,366.7 |
| 5 | 13,944.5 |
| 10 | 27,889 |
Square meter to quinon
| Square Meters | Quinon |
|---|---|
| 1,000 | 0.36 |
| 2,788.9 | 1 |
| 5,000 | 1.79 |
| 10,000 | 3.59 |
| 27,889 | 10 |
From colonial fields to modern deeds
The quinon's story begins with Spanish land grants in the 16th century. Colonial administrators needed practical ways to allocate agricultural land, leading to measurements based on local productivity rather than abstract geometry. This system persisted through American occupation, with the 1903 Philippine Commission Report still using quinons for cadastral surveys.
Interestingly, the transition to metric wasn't fully implemented until the 1970s under Presidential Decree No. 187. Many older title deeds still reference quinons, creating occasional headaches for lawyers and surveyors. Modern solutions involve dual documentation, preserving historical records while ensuring metric compliance.
Interesting facts
- The braza measurement comes from the Spanish "braza" (armspan), originally about 1.67 meters
- Some rural markets still price agricultural land per quinon
- 1 quinon equals roughly 0.689 acres
- The unit was officially phased out in 1975 but persists in oral tradition
- Spanish-era land grants often specified "quinon" sizes for church properties
FAQ
Many rural communities prefer traditional units for cultural familiarity when discussing land sizes, especially in agricultural contexts.
The standard conversion uses 1 quinon = 2,788.9 m², though slight regional variations might exist.
Always consult local authorities, as modern legal systems typically require metric measurements.
1 hectare equals 10,000 m², making it about 3.6 times larger than 1 quinon (2,788.9 m²).
Yes, like the balita (0.1 quinon) and the ganta for smaller measurements, though metric units are now standard.