Pound (mass) in Spanish

Pound (mass) in Spanish is la libra.

libra is feminine, so it takes la: la libra.

In English, la libra means pound (mass).

Pound (mass) in Spanish is libra (LEE-brah). It's feminine: la libra.

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How do you say pound (mass) in Spanish?

Pound (mass) in Spanish is la libra.

How do you pronounce libra?

Say it LEE-brah. The syllable in capitals is stressed: LEE. This guide follows Latin American Spanish.

Is libra masculine or feminine in Spanish?

libra is feminine, so it takes la: la libra.

What does libra mean in English?

In English, la libra means pound (mass).

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Updated 22 October 2026 · Pronunciation guides use Latin American Spanish.