"Aln" is a unit of length that is used in some parts of Scandinavia, particularly in Sweden and Norway. The term "aln" is derived from the Old Norse word "alinn," which means "forearm." Historically, it was a common unit of measurement for cloth, textiles, and land.
The exact length of an aln could vary by region, but it was generally around 2 Swedish feet or approximately 59.4 centimeters (or about 23.4 inches) in Sweden. In Norway, an aln was somewhat longer, typically around 62.7 centimeters (about 24.7 inches).
The use of the aln as a standard unit of measurement has largely been replaced by the metric system in Scandinavia and most parts of the world, but it may still be referenced in historical or traditional contexts.
Yard: The yard is a unit of length used in the United States and the United Kingdom. It is equal to three feet or 0.9144 meters. Yards are often used in construction and landscaping.