Converting from Kilogram (kg) to Pound (lbs)

What is Kilogram (kg)

The kilogram, abbreviated as kg, is the base unit of mass in the International System of Units (SI). One kilogram is defined as being equal to the mass of the International Prototype of the Kilogram, which is a platinum-iridium cylinder kept at the International Bureau of Weights and Measures. It is widely used around the world to measure weight, especially in countries that have adopted the metric system.

What is Pound (lbs)

The pound, abbreviated as lbs, is a unit of weight commonly used in the United States and other countries that have not fully adopted the metric system. One pound is defined as exactly 0.45359237 kilograms. The pound is commonly used for everyday activities such as measuring body weight and food ingredients.

Conversion Formulas

To convert kilograms to pounds, the following formula can be used:

Conversely, to convert pounds to kilograms, the formula is:

Examples

Here are several examples of converting between kilograms and pounds:

1. Converting 10 kg to lbs:

   Weight (lbs)=10kg×2.204623=22.04623lbs

2. Converting 15 kg to lbs:

   Weight (lbs)=15kg×2.204623=33.06934lbs

3. Converting 17 kg to lbs:

   Weight (lbs)=17kg×2.204623=37.47858lbs

4. Converting 10 lbs to kg:

   Weight (kg)=10lbs×0.4535924=4.535924kg

5. Converting 15 lbs to kg:

   Weight (kg)=15lbs×0.4535924=6.803886kg

6. Converting 17 lbs to kg:

   Weight (kg)=17lbs×0.4535924=7.71107kg

Use these formulas and examples to assist in your weight conversions from kilograms to pounds and vice versa.