Famn
A famn (also spelled fathom in English) is a traditional Scandinavian unit of length used primarily for measuring the depth of water or length of ropes and cables. It is roughly equivalent to 6 Swedish feet, which translates to about 1.828 meters (approximately 6 feet).
The famn is similar in concept to the English fathom, based on the span of outstretched arms.
While largely obsolete today, the famn was commonly used in maritime contexts in Norway, Sweden, and Denmark and remains part of historical measurements.
Summary:
1 famn ≈ 1.828 meters (6 feet)
Used to measure water depth and rope length
Traditional Scandinavian maritime unit
Equivalent to the English fathom