Pound to Ounce Converter (lb to oz)
1 pound = 16 ounce. In the avoirdupois system there are exactly 16 ounces in a pound.
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Result
7.5 lb = 120 oz
How to convert pound to ounce
In the avoirdupois system there are exactly 16 ounces in a pound. The conversion is used for food packaging, postage and baby weight, where weight is written as pounds and ounces.
Formula
oz = lb × 16
Worked example
7.5 lb × 16 = 120 oz
Pound to Ounce quick-reference table
| Pound (lb) | Ounce (oz) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 lb | 8 oz |
| 1 lb | 16 oz |
| 2 lb | 32 oz |
| 5 lb | 80 oz |
| 10 lb | 160 oz |
| 25 lb | 400 oz |
Real-life examples
A newborn of 7 lb 8 oz weighs 120 oz in total, and a 2.5 lb bag of flour is 40 oz.
Frequently asked questions
How many ounces are in a pound?
There are 16 ounces in 1 pound.
How many pounds is 20 ounces?
20 oz is 1.25 lb, which is 1 lb 4 oz.
What is 1 pound in ounce?
1 pound = 16 ounce (lb to oz).
What is the formula to convert lb to oz?
oz = lb × 16. For example, 7.5 lb × 16 = 120 oz.
How do I convert oz back to lb?
Use the reverse converter: 1 ounce = 0.0625 pound. Check: 120 oz converts back to 7.5 lb.
Reverse conversion
Need the other direction? Ounce to Pound converter (oz to lb): 1 ounce = 0.0625 pound.
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