+209 If ounce is spelled O U N C E then why is it abbreviated OZ, amirite?

by Anonymous 13 years ago

"Ounce" is derived from the old Italian word "onza", hence the abbreviation. FUN FACT! y

by Anonymous 13 years ago

And why is pounds abbreviated "lbs?"

by Anonymous 13 years ago

The first time I saw "lbs" was on a Cheerios box. I read aloud, "Lose ten illbs." my brother and mom couldn't stop laughing, when really it wasn't that funny.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

I used to do that , too. Occasionally, in my head I still pronounce it "libs," haha.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

Latin word for pounds is libra.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

Use the reply button.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

Isnt the abbreviation for momentum p? I'm pretty sure thats what my teacher told me.

by Anonymous 13 years ago

It is I just got finished that chapter in physics.

by Anonymous 13 years ago