metric pound

Questions

What does metric pound mean?

Half a kilogram, or 500 grams.

Where does metric pound come from?

This is the closest metric unit to the imperial pound (of approximately 454 grams).

How to pronounce metric pound

1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “metric pound”.
2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
3. Play the audio — Click Play to hear reference audio for “metric pound”.
4. Repeat and practice — Say “metric pound” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.