Convert pounds to ounces
1 pound equals 16 ounces. Type any number below — the other side updates instantly.
Pounds to ounces — quick reference
| pounds | ounces |
|---|---|
| 1 lb | 16 oz |
| 2 lb | 32 oz |
| 3 lb | 48 oz |
| 5 lb | 80.0001 oz |
| 8 lb | 128 oz |
| 10 lb | 160 oz |
| 16 lb | 256 oz |
| 20 lb | 320 oz |
| 25 lb | 400 oz |
| 50 lb | 800.001 oz |
How to convert
Multiply the number of pounds by 16 to get ounces. To go the other way, multiply ounces by 0.0625 to get pounds. The conversion factor is fixed and exact, so you can use this on any value.
About these units
Pounds
- Definition
- A pound (symbol: lb, plural lbs) is a unit of mass equal to exactly 0.45359237 kg. Sixteen ounces make one pound.
- History
- The pound descends from the Roman libra. The international avoirdupois pound was standardized in 1959.
- Current use
- The pound is the dominant mass unit in the United States for body weight, food, postage, and commerce. Still used in the UK alongside kilograms.
Frequently asked
- How many ounces are in 1 pound?
- 1 pound = 16 ounces.
- How do you convert pounds to ounces?
- Multiply the number of pounds by 16 to get ounces. To go the other way, multiply ounces by 0.0625 to get pounds. The conversion factor is fixed and exact, so you can use this on any value.
- What is 10 pounds in ounces?
- 10 pounds = 160 ounces.
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