What is another word for kilogram?
Pronunciation: [kˈɪləɡɹˌam] (IPA) 
A kilogram is a metric unit of mass that equals 1000 grams. There are several synonyms for the word kilogram, such as a kilo, which is a common informal abbreviation for the term. Additionally, kilogramme is also a synonym for the word kilogram. The abbreviation kg is also a commonly used synonym for kilogram, especially in scientific circles. In some countries, such as the United States, pounds are used as the standard unit of mass, and people often use the term "kilo" to refer to a weight of 2.2 pounds. However, using the term "kilo" to refer to a weight of one kilogram is more common in Europe and other metric system countries.
