Convert stone to pounds

Type the number of stones that you wish to convert to pounds.

1 st (stones) = 14 lb (pounds)

How to Convert Stones to Pounds

The stone and pound are both units of weight. By definition, 1 stone equals exactly 14 pounds. This means to convert stones to pounds, you multiply by 14.

Formula

pounds = stones × 14

Step-by-Step Example

Convert 5 st to pounds:

1
Convert 5 st to pounds

We need to convert stones to pounds

2
Apply the formula

Since 1 st = 14 lb, multiply by 14

5 × 14 = 70

Answer

5 st = 70 lb

Stone to Pound Conversion Table

Quick reference table for common stone to pound conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.

Stones (st) Pounds (lb)
1 st 14 lb
2 st 28 lb
5 st 70 lb
10 st 140 lb
15 st 210 lb
20 st 280 lb
25 st 350 lb
50 st 700 lb
100 st 1400 lb

About These Units

Stone (st)

A stone (st) equals exactly 14 pounds or 6.35 kilograms. Stones are primarily used in the United Kingdom and Ireland for measuring human body weight. For example, 10 stone 4 pounds means 144 pounds (65.3 kg). One stone equals 224 ounces.

Pound (lb)

A pound (lb or lbs) is an imperial unit equal to 16 ounces or exactly 0.45359237 kilograms. Pounds are the primary weight measurement in the United States for body weight, food, shipping, and retail. The abbreviation "lb" comes from Latin "libra." One kg ≈ 2.2 lbs.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I convert stones to pounds?

To convert stones to pounds, multiply the value by 14. For example, 10 st = 140 lb.

How many pounds are in 1 stone?

1 stone equals 14 pounds.

What is the formula for stones to pounds?

The formula is: lb = st × 14.