Pounds to Kilograms
1 pound = 0.453592 kilograms
Converter Calculator
1 Pounds = 0.453592 Kilograms
Explanation
Multiply pounds by 0.45359237 to convert the avoirdupois pound back into kilograms for metric-aware cooking.
Common Conversion Values
| Pounds | Kilograms |
|---|---|
| 0.25 | 0 |
| 0.5 | 0 |
| 1 | 0 |
| 2 | 1 |
| 5 | 2 |
| 10 | 5 |
How to use this hub
- Choose a converter family.
- If converting to/from grams from a volume unit, select an ingredient.
- For pure unit changes (volume↔volume or weight↔weight), use universal conversions.
If your conversion includes grams, you’ll choose an ingredient; otherwise you won’t.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kilogram definition is used?
It uses the metric kilogram definition of 1000 grams.
Why multiply by 0.45359237?
Because each avoirdupois pound contains 0.45359237 kilograms.