Butter Cups to Pounds Converter
Convert butter from cups to pounds
Result
0.5 lb
Pounds
1 cup = 0.5 lb
1 cup in other units
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How to convert cups to pounds
There are 2 cups in one pound, so divide the number of cups by 2.
lb = cup ÷ 2
1 cup = 0.5 lb · 1 lb = 2 cup
Worked example
To convert 1 cups to pounds: 1 cup ÷ 2 = 0.5 lb.
About cups (cup)
A US cup (236.6 mL) of butter weighs about 227 g.
About pounds (lb)
A pound is 16 ounces, about 453.6 g.
More conversions
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Frequently asked questions
How many pounds are in one cup?
One cup equals 0.5 pounds.
How many cups are in one pound?
One pound equals 2 cups.
How do I convert cups to pounds?
Use the formula lb = cup ÷ 2. For example, 1 cup ÷ 2 = 0.5 lb.