Convert Pounds to Stone
Pounds (lb) to Stone (st) — the formula, a worked example and a live converter, all in your browser.
Pounds to Stone formula
To convert a measurement, multiply it by the fixed factor below:
st = lb × 0.07142857143
Worked example
1 lb = 1 × 0.07142857143 = 0.07142857143 st.
Pounds to Stone conversion table
| Pounds (lb) | Stone (st) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.07142857143 |
| 5 | 0.3571428571 |
| 10 | 0.7142857143 |
| 25 | 1.785714286 |
| 50 | 3.571428571 |
| 100 | 7.142857143 |
Common uses
Useful for converting a weight in pounds into the stone-and-pounds format used across the UK.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the formula to convert pounds to stone?
Multiply the number of pounds by 0.07142857143 to get stone (st = lb × 0.07142857143).
How many stone are in a pound?
One pound equals 0.07142857143 stone.
Is this converter accurate?
Yes. It uses the exact internationally-defined conversion factors and runs entirely in your browser, so results match standards tables and nothing you type is uploaded.