Convert ell to reed
Please provide values below to convert ell [ell] to reed [reed], or Convert reed to ell.
How to Convert Ell to Reed
1 ell = 0.416666666666667 reed
Example: convert 15 ell to reed:
15 ell = 15 × 0.416666666666667 reed = 6.25 reed
Ell to Reed Conversion Table
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Ell
The ell is an obsolete unit of length, originally used for measuring cloth. Its length varied in different countries, but it was generally around 45 inches.
History/Origin
The word "ell" is derived from the Latin "ulna," meaning "forearm," as the unit was originally based on the length of the forearm.
Current Use
The ell is no longer in use.
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.