A pound is a unit of weight (mass) in various measurement systems, including the different British and US measurement systems, and is roughly equal to 0.5 kg, although the exact mass varies widely. The pound is a unit of mass and is now mostly used in English-speaking countries (UK, USA).
Now the internationally recognized avoirdupois pound equals 453.59237 grams in the metric system. It is divided into 16 ounces , which are divided into 16 drachmas . A pound is still equal to 7000 grains .
You can easily convert pounds to kilograms with this calculator.
| pounds | Kilograms (kg) | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
| 5 pounds | 2,27 kg | Five pounds is two kilograms two hundred thirty grams |
| 10 pounds | 4,54 kg | Ten pounds is four kilograms five hundred forty grams |
| 15 pounds | 6,80 kg | Fifteen pounds is six kilograms eight hundred grams |
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