
Kilogram
Metric System
Kilogram is part of the metric system used worldwide except for a few countries like the US.

Please convert these pounds into kilograms for the international shipment.
Common Measure
A kilogram is commonly used to measure personal weight or food items, especially in groceries.

I bought two kilograms of apples and a kilogram of bananas.
Cultural Usage
In countries using imperial units, 'kilogram' may indicate scientific or precise measurements.

The laboratory samples must be weighed in kilograms for accuracy.
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