Convert Pounds (lb) to Stones (st)
Enter a weight in pounds and instantly convert it into stones, including a mixed format result (stones + remaining pounds).
1 stone = 14 pounds
How this pounds to stones calculator works
This calculator uses the exact conversion factor used in UK and Irish weight measurements: 1 stone equals 14 pounds. To convert pounds to stones, divide pounds by 14.
For a practical, everyday reading, people often use a mixed result: whole stones plus leftover pounds. For example, 176 pounds is exactly 12 stone 8 pounds.
Conversion formula
- Stones (decimal) = pounds ÷ 14
- Whole stones = floor(pounds ÷ 14)
- Remaining pounds = pounds − (whole stones × 14)
Quick pounds to stones conversion table
| Pounds (lb) | Stones (st) | Stones + Pounds |
|---|---|---|
| 98 lb | 7.00 st | 7 st 0 lb |
| 112 lb | 8.00 st | 8 st 0 lb |
| 126 lb | 9.00 st | 9 st 0 lb |
| 140 lb | 10.00 st | 10 st 0 lb |
| 154 lb | 11.00 st | 11 st 0 lb |
| 168 lb | 12.00 st | 12 st 0 lb |
| 182 lb | 13.00 st | 13 st 0 lb |
| 196 lb | 14.00 st | 14 st 0 lb |
Why stones are still used
The stone is a traditional British unit of weight still widely used for body weight. While kilograms are standard in scientific and medical contexts, stones remain common in everyday conversation in the UK. That is why converters like this are useful when reading fitness plans, health charts, and international weight references.
When to use pounds vs stones
- Use pounds when following U.S.-based workout or nutrition programs.
- Use stones when discussing body weight in UK settings.
- Use both when communicating with people across regions.
Example conversions
Example 1: 150 lb to stones
150 ÷ 14 = 10.7143 stones. Mixed format: 10 stone 10 pounds.
Example 2: 200 lb to stones
200 ÷ 14 = 14.2857 stones. Mixed format: 14 stone 4 pounds.
Example 3: 135.5 lb to stones
135.5 ÷ 14 = 9.6786 stones. Mixed format: 9 stone 9.5 pounds.
FAQ
Is stone singular or plural?
Both are used naturally in speech: “11 stone” and “11 stones.” In formal writing, “stone” is often used as the unit symbol context (st), while “stones” appears in sentence form.
Can I enter decimal pounds?
Yes. This calculator accepts whole numbers and decimals, so values like 165.2 lb work perfectly.
How accurate is this conversion?
It is mathematically exact using the standard factor of 14 pounds per stone. Rounded display values are provided for readability.