Lbs to Ounces Converter
Convert pounds to ounces instantly, and ounces back to pounds. Based on the exact 1 lb = 16 oz definition.
Calculator by Toolsloft ↗- Result
- 16 Ounces (oz)
- Conversion
- 1 Pounds (lb) = 16 Ounces (oz)
Convert pounds to ounces, and ounces back to pounds with the swap button. Useful for recipe weights, shipping labels, and postal rates that list one unit when you have the other. Type the value and read the answer.
How this is calculated
One pound is exactly 16 ounces by definition, so pounds are multiplied by 16 to get ounces and ounces are divided by 16 to get pounds. The math uses the exact avoirdupois pound (0.45359237 kg), and results are shown to six decimal places.
How to use
- Enter the number of pounds.
- Keep the direction on pounds to ounces, or press Swap units for ounces to pounds.
- Read the result in ounces.
Examples
- 1 pounds:
1 lb = 16 oz - 5 lb:
5 lb = 80 oz - Reverse:
8 oz = 0.5 lb
FAQ
- How many ounces are in a pound?
- Exactly 16 ounces. The avoirdupois pound used for food and shipping is defined as 16 ounces, so the conversion is exact.
- How do I convert pounds to ounces?
- Multiply the number of pounds by 16. For example, 2.5 pounds times 16 is 40 ounces.