Weight & Mass Converter
Instantly convert kilograms, pounds, ounces, grams, and more.
Weight Converter
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How to Use This Converter
Step-by-Step Guide
- 1. Enter **5** in the input field.
- 2. Select **kilogram** from the 'From' dropdown.
- 3. Select **pound** from the 'To' dropdown.
- 4. The result **11.02310** will instantly appear.
Understanding Weight and Mass
While often used interchangeably in daily life, **weight** and **mass** are different scientific concepts:
- Mass is the amount of "stuff" (matter) in an object. It is constant everywhere (on Earth, on the Moon, etc.). The base unit is the **kilogram (kg)**.
- Weight is the force of gravity acting on an object's mass. Your weight would be less on the Moon, but your mass would be the same. The base unit is the **Newton (N)**.
This tool is a **weight converter** for common usage, meaning it converts between units of mass (like kg and lbs) as they are used to express weight on Earth.
Common Weight Conversions
Here are some practical examples of where weight conversions are used every day.
Cooking & Baking
Recipes from different parts of the world use different units. A European recipe might call for 250 grams (g) of flour, while an American one might call for 9 ounces (oz).
- 1 Ounce (oz) ≈ 28.35 Grams (g)
- 1 Pound (lb) ≈ 453.6 Grams (g)
- 1 Kilogram (kg) ≈ 2.2 Pounds (lb)
Fitness & Health
Gym equipment is often in kilograms (kg), but you might track your personal body weight in pounds (lbs). Converting between them is essential for tracking progress.
- 20 Kilograms (kg) ≈ 44.1 Pounds (lb)
- 100 Pounds (lb) ≈ 45.36 Kilograms (kg)
Weight Conversion Table
| Unit | Equivalent to 1 Kilogram |
|---|---|
| Kilogram (kg) | 1 |
| Gram (g) | 1,000 |
| Milligram (mg) | 1,000,000 |
| Pound (lb) | 2.20462 |
| Ounce (oz) | 35.274 |
| Metric Ton (t) | 0.001 |