Weight
Pounds to Ounces
Convert pounds to ounces instantly.
About this conversion
Pounds (lbs) are used in the US and UK for everyday weight — body weight, recipes, and grocery items. Ounces (oz) are used in the US and UK for recipes and lighter items. 16 ounces equals one pound. 1 Pounds equals 16 ounces. The converter above calculates the result instantly — you can also swap the units to convert in the other direction.
How to use
Enter a value in the pounds field and instantly see the result in ounces. Click the swap button to reverse the conversion.
Manual calculation
1 pounds = 16 ounces. Example: 10 lbs = 160 oz.
Frequently asked questions
How do you convert pounds to ounces?
Multiply the number of pounds by 16 to get ounces. Example: 10 lbs × 16 = 160 oz.
Are pounds bigger or smaller than ounces?
Pounds is larger than Ounces. One pound equals 16 ounces, so the result is a larger number when converting from pounds to ounces.
What is 5 pounds in ounces?
5 lbs equals 80 oz.
How many pounds are in 1 ounce?
1 oz equals 0.0625 lbs. This is the reverse conversion — useful if you have a value in ounces and want it in pounds.
What is pound?
Pounds (lbs) are used in the US and UK for everyday weight — body weight, recipes, and grocery items.
What is ounce used for?
Ounces (oz) are used in the US and UK for recipes and lighter items. 16 ounces equals one pound.