Convert hong kong tael to grams easily.
1 HK tael x 37.7994 = 37.7994 g
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Imagine you’re browsing a bustling market in Hong Kong, eyeing a delicate gold necklace priced by the tael. To make sense of the cost, you’d need to convert that weight into grams—a unit familiar to most. This scenario is common in regions where traditional and metric systems coexist. Let’s explore how to bridge these two worlds effortlessly.
Unit definitions
What is a hong kong tael (hk tael)?
- Description: A traditional unit of mass used in Hong Kong for precious metals and herbs.
- Symbol: 兩 (Chinese character) or HK tael
- Common uses: Measuring gold, silver, and herbal ingredients.
- Definition: 1 Hong Kong tael = 37.7994 grams, standardized by local ordinances.
What is a gram (g)?
- Description: The base unit of mass in the International System of Units (SI).
- Symbol: g
- Common uses: Global standard for cooking, science, and everyday measurements.
- Definition: 1 gram = 0.001 kilograms or 1/1000th of a liter of water at 4°C.
Conversion formula
To convert Hong Kong tael to grams:
grams = hong kong tael × 37.7994
To convert grams to Hong Kong tael:
hong kong tael = grams ÷ 37.7994
Example calculations
- Converting 5 taels to grams:
5 × 37.7994 = 188.997 grams → Rounded to 189.00 grams. - Converting 100 grams to taels:
100 ÷ 37.7994 ≈ 2.645 taels → Rounded to 2.645 taels.
Conversion tables
Hong kong tael to grams
| Hong Kong tael | Grams |
|---|---|
| 1 | 37.7994 |
| 2 | 75.5988 |
| 3 | 113.3982 |
| 4 | 151.1976 |
| 5 | 188.997 |
| 6 | 226.7964 |
| 7 | 264.5958 |
| 8 | 302.3952 |
| 9 | 340.1946 |
| 10 | 377.994 |
Grams to hong kong tael
| Grams | Hong Kong tael |
|---|---|
| 10 | 0.2646 |
| 20 | 0.5292 |
| 30 | 0.7938 |
| 40 | 1.0584 |
| 50 | 1.323 |
| 60 | 1.5876 |
| 70 | 1.8522 |
| 80 | 2.1168 |
| 90 | 2.3814 |
| 100 | 2.646 |
Historical background
The Hong Kong tael traces its roots to ancient Chinese weight systems, which were later refined during the British colonial era In 1895, the Hong Kong government fixed the tael at 37.7994 grams to standardize trade, a value still used today. Unlike mainland China, which adopted 50 grams per tael in the 20th century, Hong Kong retained its unique measure to align with regional commerce practices. This unit is deeply ingrained in local culture, especially in jewelry shops where gold purity and weight are quoted in taels.
Interesting facts
- Not Just for Gold: Herbalists use the tael to measure rare ingredients like ginseng and bird’s nest.
- Global Variations: A Singaporean tael is 37.8 grams, nearly identical to Hong Kong’s, but a Taiwanese tael is 37.5 grams.
- Decimal Dilemma: The tael’s non-round conversion to grams (37.7994) complicates mental math, making calculators essential.
- Cultural Resilience: Despite metrication, the tael thrives in Hong Kong due to its symbolic value in transactions.
- Metric Advantage: Grams offer universal compatibility, reducing errors in international trade compared to regional units.
FAQ
One Hong Kong tael equals exactly 37.7994 grams, a standardized value used in trade and commerce.
It remains popular in niche markets like gold trading and traditional Chinese medicine due to historical conventions.
No, mainland China uses a different tael (50 grams), while Hong Kong's version is approximately 37.8 grams.
Yes, multiply the number of taels by 37.8 for a rough estimate. For precise measurements, use 37.7994.
Primarily in jewelry stores, herbal markets, and precious metal exchanges in Hong Kong and Macau.