Convert Pounds to Stones
1 Pound (lb) = 0.071429 Stones (st). Use the free converter below to instantly convert any pound value to stones, or view the full conversion table and formula.
1 lb = 0.071429 st
Pound to Stone Conversion Table
How to Convert Pounds to Stones
To convert pounds to stones, divide by 14. For example, 180 lbs ÷ 14 = 12.86 stones. To express as stones and remaining pounds, take the whole number (12 stones) and multiply the decimal by 14: 0.86 × 14 = 12 lbs, giving 12 st 12 lbs.
Worked Example: Convert 10 lb to st
Start with the value in pounds
10 lb
Apply the formula
st = 10 ÷ 14
Calculate the result
10 lb = 0.7143 st
Pound to Stone Examples
1 lb is equal to 0.0714 st. Using the formula lb ÷ 14, 1 lb converts to 0.0714 st.
2 lb is equal to 0.1429 st. Using the formula lb ÷ 14, 2 lb converts to 0.1429 st.
5 lb is equal to 0.3571 st. Using the formula lb ÷ 14, 5 lb converts to 0.3571 st.
10 lb is equal to 0.7143 st. Using the formula lb ÷ 14, 10 lb converts to 0.7143 st.
15 lb is equal to 1.0714 st. Using the formula lb ÷ 14, 15 lb converts to 1.0714 st.
20 lb is equal to 1.4286 st. Using the formula lb ÷ 14, 20 lb converts to 1.4286 st.
25 lb is equal to 1.7857 st. Using the formula lb ÷ 14, 25 lb converts to 1.7857 st.
30 lb is equal to 2.1429 st. Using the formula lb ÷ 14, 30 lb converts to 2.1429 st.
Converting Stones to Pounds
Need the reverse conversion? Use the table below for a quick reference converting stones back to pounds.
| Stones (st) | Pounds (lb) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 14 |
| 2 | 28 |
| 3 | 42 |
| 4 | 56 |
| 5 | 70 |
| 6 | 84 |
Pounds to Stones FAQ
How many stones is 1 pound?
1 pound equals approximately 0.0714 stones (1/14 of a stone).
How do I convert pounds to stones?
Divide the number of pounds by 14. For example, 168 lbs ÷ 14 = 12 stones.
What is 200 lbs in stones?
200 pounds equals approximately 14.29 stones, or 14 stones 4 pounds.
Understanding Pounds and Stones
What is a Pound (lb)?
The pound (lb) is a unit of weight in the imperial system. It is commonly abbreviated as lb and relates to stones by a factor of 0.071429.
What is a Stone (st)?
The stone (st) is a unit of weight in the imperial system. It is commonly abbreviated as st and relates to pounds by a factor of 14.