Ounce (oz) to Stone (st) Conversion
Conversion Formula
1 ounce (oz) = 0.004464285714285714 stones (st)
The conversion formula is:
Stones = Ounces × 0.004464285714285714or
Stones = Ounces ÷ 224Conversion Guide
Why Convert Ounces to Stones?
- Body Weight Measurement: Traditional British measurement for human body weight
- Medical Applications: Healthcare measurements in the UK and Ireland
- Sports and Fitness: Weight categories in boxing and other sports
- Historical Context: Understanding traditional British weight measurements
Conversion Method
To convert ounces to stones:
- Take the number of ounces
- Divide by 224 (since there are 224 ounces in 1 stone)
- The result is the equivalent in stones
Practical Examples
- 1 oz = 0.004464 st
- 224 oz = 1.000000 st (one stone)
- 112 oz = 0.500000 st (half stone)
- 448 oz = 2.000000 st (two stones)
- 1,000 oz = 4.464286 st
Summary
Converting ounces to stones involves dividing by 224. This conversion is primarily used in the UK and Ireland for body weight measurements, medical applications, sports, and understanding traditional British weight measurements.
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