Convert Grams to Pounds
g to lb · weight & mass conversion
What are grams and pounds?
A gram is one-thousandth of a kilogram, about the mass of a small paperclip. A pound is an imperial unit of mass equal to 0.453592 kg, standard for body weight in the US. For scale: a 70 kg adult weighs about 154 lb, and a bag of sugar is usually 1 kg (2.2 lb).
How to convert grams to pounds
1 g = 0.00220462 lb. To convert, multiply the number of grams by 0.00220462. For example, 5 g = 0.0110231 lb, and 20 g = 0.0440925 lb. To go the other way, multiply pounds by 453.592 (since 1 lb = 453.592 g).
Grams to Pounds conversion table
| Grams (g) | Pounds (lb) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.00220462 |
| 2 | 0.00440925 |
| 5 | 0.0110231 |
| 10 | 0.0220462 |
| 25 | 0.0551156 |
| 50 | 0.110231 |
| 100 | 0.220462 |
FAQ
What is 1 g in lb?
1 g = 0.00220462 lb. To convert any amount, multiply the number of grams by 0.00220462.
How do I convert pounds back to grams?
Go the other way: 1 lb = 453.592 g, so multiply pounds by 453.592 to get grams.
Is a gram bigger than a pound?
No — 1 g is the smaller unit, equal to 0.00220462 lb (it takes 453.592 g to make one lb).
Are these weight & mass conversions exact?
They use the standard internationally-defined conversion factors. Results are rounded to six significant figures for readability, which is accurate enough for everyday and most technical use.