Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fanega
noun
fah-NEH-gah
Definition
A traditional unit of measurement used primarily in Spain and some Latin American countries, typically for dry volume.
Examples
- The farmer harvested a fanega of wheat from his field.
- In some regions, a fanega is equal to about 55 liters.
- The price of a fanega of barley has increased this season.
Meaning
In agricultural contexts, it refers to a quantity of grain or other dry material that a farmer can produce or sell.
Synonyms
- measure
- volume
- capacity
