Convert grams to Other Weights
Welcome to our grams to other weights conversion page!
Perhaps you're a cook or baker who needs to convert recipe measurements, or maybe you work in a shipping or trading industry that requires precise weight measurements. Regardless of your reason for needing to convert weight units, our online calculator makes it easy to do so accurately and efficiently.
In addition to our calculator, we also provide helpful conversion tables for more specific weight units, which can be especially useful for those who need to work with decimals or more exact weight measurements.
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Grams
š A gram is a metric unit of mass that is equal to one-thousandth of a kilogram or approximately the weight of a small paper clip. It is commonly used to measure the weight of food, drugs, and small objects.
š” The word "gram" comes from the Greek word "gramma," which means "something written" or "letter." This is because the gram was originally defined as the weight of one cubic centimeter of water, which was used to calibrate laboratory scales.
Pounds
š A pound is a unit of mass that is equal to 16 ounces or approximately the weight of a small watermelon. It is commonly used to measure the weight of people, animals, and large objects.
š” The pound was originally defined in ancient Rome as the weight of 12 bronze coins called "unciae." This is where the symbol "lb" for pound comes from, as it is an abbreviation of the Latin word "libra," which means "scale" or "balance".