Ounce to PoundConverter
Instantly convert Ounce (oz) to Pound (lb). Free, accurate, and easy to use.
How to Convert Ounce to Pound
To convert Ounce (oz) to Pound (lb), multiply your value by 0.0625.
Example: 5 oz × 0.0625 = 0.3125 lb
What is a Ounce?
The avoirdupois ounce equals 1/16 of a pound or approximately 28.3495 grams, used in the United States for food products, postal weights, and retail measurements. It differs from the troy ounce (31.1035 g) used for precious metals such as gold and silver. The word 'ounce' comes from the Latin 'uncia,' meaning one twelfth (its fraction in the earlier Roman system). A standard slice of sandwich bread weighs approximately 28–30 grams, or about 1 ounce.
What is a Pound?
The pound is the primary unit of mass in the US customary and imperial systems, equal to 16 avoirdupois ounces or exactly 0.45359237 kilograms. Its name derives from the Latin 'libra pondo' (a pound weight), and its symbol 'lb' comes from 'libra.' Body weight in the United States and parts of the UK are commonly expressed in pounds and ounces. One pound of butter is the standard package size in American grocery stores.
Ounce to Pound Conversion Table
| Ounce (oz) | Pound (lb) |
|---|---|
| 0.001 oz | 0.0000625 lb |
| 0.01 oz | 0.000625 lb |
| 0.1 oz | 0.00625 lb |
| 0.5 oz | 0.03125 lb |
| 1 oz | 0.0625 lb |
| 2 oz | 0.125 lb |
| 5 oz | 0.3125 lb |
| 10 oz | 0.625 lb |
| 20 oz | 1.25 lb |
| 50 oz | 3.125 lb |
| 100 oz | 6.25 lb |
| 200 oz | 12.5 lb |
| 500 oz | 31.25 lb |
| 1000 oz | 62.5 lb |
| 5000 oz | 312.5 lb |
| 10000 oz | 625 lb |
| 50000 oz | 3125 lb |
| 100000 oz | 6250 lb |
| 1000000 oz | 62500 lb |
| 1000000000 oz | 62500000 lb |
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert Ounce to Pound?
Multiply the Ounce value by 0.0625. Formula: lb = oz × 0.0625. Example: 10 oz = 0.625 lb.
How many Pound are in one Ounce?
One Ounce (oz) equals 0.0625 Pound (lb).
How many Ounce are in one Pound?
One Pound (lb) equals 16 Ounce (oz).
What is the exact conversion factor from Ounce to Pound?
The conversion factor is 0.0625. Multiply any oz value by this number to get lb. For the reverse, multiply by 16.
How do I convert Pound back to Ounce?
Divide by 0.0625, or equivalently multiply by 16. Formula: oz = lb ÷ 0.0625.
Is the Ounce-to-Pound conversion internationally standardized?
Yes. Both units are defined by international standards (SI or the international yard/pound agreement), so the conversion factor 0.0625 is exact and universally agreed upon.