How it's calculated
oz = lb × 16 (reverse: lb = oz ÷ 16)
lb = pounds, oz = ounces; 1 pound = 16 ounces (avoirdupois).
Common values
| Pounds | Ounces |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 8 |
| 1 | 16 |
| 2 | 32 |
| 5 | 80 |
| 10 | 160 |
Common questions
How many ounces are in a pound?
Exactly 16 ounces in one avoirdupois pound.
Does this work for fluid ounces?
No. This is weight in dry ounces, not fluid ounces, which measure volume.