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Talking about your weight - English lesson
Talking about your weight in English:Goal:
Learn how to say, ask, and understand weight in English, politely and correctly, depending on the country (UK or USA).
1. Essential Vocabulary
weight= how heavy something or someone is
to weigh = to measure how heavy you are
kilograms (kg) = a unit of weight (metric system)
pounds (lbs) = a unit of weight (used in the USA)
stone = a unit of weight used in the UK (1 stone = 14 pounds)
scale= the machine used to measure weight
1 kilogram ≈ 2.2 pounds
1 stone = 14 pounds ≈ 6.35 kg
📌 2. How to say your weight:
Basic sentence:
I weigh + [number] + [unit]
- I weigh 60 kilograms.
- I weigh 130 pounds.
- I weigh 9 stone 4. (UK usage)
Other ways to say it:
My weight is... → My weight is 75 kg.
I'm... → I'm 140 pounds. (more informal)
📌 3. 🇬🇧 UK vs 🇺🇸 USA - How people say their weight:
🇬🇧 In the United Kingdom:
People often use stones and pounds in everyday conversation.
Example:
I weigh 10 stone 5. → That's 145 pounds ≈ 66 kg
In hospitals, sports, and on official documents, kilograms are also used.
You might hear:
She lost 2 stone! → She lost about 12.7 kg
🇺🇸 In the United States:
People only use pounds to say their weight.
Stones are not used at all.
Example:
I weigh 150 pounds. → That's about 68 kg
Kilograms are used only in medical or scientific contexts.
4. Conversion Table (Approximate)
Kilograms (kg) Pounds (lbs) Stones + Pounds
45 kg 99 lbs 7 st 1 lb
60 kg 132 lbs 9 st 6 lbs
70 kg 154 lbs 11 st
80 kg 176 lbs 12 st 8 lbs
5. How to ask someone's weight (politely):
Talking about weight can be sensitive, so use polite forms.
❌ Too direct (not recommended):
How much do you weigh?
✅ Polite forms:
Do you mind if I ask how much you weigh?
Can I ask your weight?
What is your weight? (formal, written forms)
6. How to answer or refuse politely:
I'd rather not say, if that's okay.
That's a bit personal.
I think I weigh around 65 kilos, but I'm not sure.
7. Useful speaking phrases:
I'm trying to lose weight.
He weighs around 180 pounds.
She lost 4 kilos in one month.
My cat weighs 5 kilograms.
I gained 6 pounds over the holidays.
8. Learning tips:
- Use kilograms if you're not sure - they are part of the international system.
- In the USA, learn to convert to pounds.
- In the UK, try to understand stones and pounds - many locals use them daily.
9. Practice dialogue - Talking about weight:
👨⚕️ Doctor
👩 Student
Doctor: Good morning. How are you today?
Student: I'm fine, thank you.
Doctor: I need to complete your health form. Can I ask your height and weight?
Student: Sure. I'm 1 metre 70 tall and I weigh 65 kilograms.
Doctor: Thank you. Do you know your weight in pounds?
Student: Yes, it's about 143 pounds, I think.
Doctor: That sounds right. In the UK, we often use stones and pounds. Do you know your weight in stones?
Student: I think it's about 10 stone 3.
Doctor: Have you gained or lost any weight recently?
Student: No, I try to eat healthy and exercise regularly.
Doctor: That's good. Maintaining a healthy weight is very important.
Student: Thank you!
Intermediate
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