Pound to Stone Converter (lb to st)

How to Convert Pound to Stone

Formula: Stone = Pound × 0.07142857

Example: 1 lb = 0.07142857 st

You can also use the interactive converter above. Simply enter any Pound value and the equivalent Stone value will appear instantly. Click the ⇄ button to reverse the conversion.

Here is a closer look at what Pound and Stone are used for, plus answers to the questions people ask most about this conversion.

Step-by-step example — Convert 10 lb to st:

What is Pound and Stone?

A Pound (lb) is a US customary and imperial unit of mass, defined as exactly 0.45359237 kilograms.

A Stone (st) equals 14 pounds and is a traditional unit still used for body weight in the UK and Ireland.

Real World Uses of Pound to Stone Conversion

• Pound: Commonly used for stating body weight in the US, UK and a few other countries.
• Stone: Commonly used for describing livestock weight on traditional British farms.
• Pound: Commonly used on US food packaging and for stating body weight in the United States and UK.
• Stone: Commonly used in the UK and Ireland for reporting body weight in everyday conversation and healthcare.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the formula to convert Pound to Stone?

The formula is: Stone = Pound x 0.07142857. Multiply any Pound value by 0.07142857 to get the equivalent in Stone.

What is 1 Pound in Stone?

1 lb = 0.07142857 st.

How many Pound are in 1 Stone?

1 st = 14.00000028 lb.

Is Pound bigger or smaller than Stone?

Pound is smaller than Stone. 1 Stone = 14.00000028 lb.

What is 150 lb in st?

150 lb = 10.71428571 st.

What is 5 st in lb?

5 st = 70 lb.

Where does the pound's abbreviation 'lb' come from?

The abbreviation 'lb' comes from libra, the Latin word for the Roman unit of weight the pound was historically based on.