Spanish Phrase
Pesa 5 libras.
Meaning
The sentence tells the listener that something (an object, a package, a piece of fruit, etc.) has a weight of five pounds. It is a concise way to give a measurement without naming the object explicitly.
When to use
Use this phrase when you need to describe the weight of an item in everyday situations – at the market, when packing a suitcase, while talking about a pet’s weight, or when reading a product label that lists weight in pounds.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Pesa5libras.
Pesar (present)
The verb *pesar* is conjugated in third‑person singular present: *pesa* means ‘it/he/she weighs’.
Numeral + noun
In Spanish the number precedes the noun and the noun stays in its plural form when the quantity is greater than one.
Unit of measure
‘libras’ is the Spanish word for the imperial pound; it is treated like any other countable noun.
🗨In Conversation
¿Cuánto pesa la maleta?
How much does the suitcase weigh?
Pesa 5 libras.
It weighs five pounds.
✕Common Mistakes
Es 5 libras.
Use *pesa* (the verb *pesar*) for weight; *es* means ‘is’ and does not convey measurement.
Son 5 libras.
The verb must agree with the singular subject (the thing that weighs), not with the plural noun *libras*.
Peso 5 libras.
Avoid using the noun *peso* as a verb; say *pesa* instead.
↔Alternatives
Tiene un peso de 5 libras.
It has a weight of five pounds.
Pesa cinco libras.
It weighs five pounds.
Mide 5 libras.
It measures five pounds.
Cultural Tip
Most Spanish‑speaking countries use the metric system, so kilograms (kilogramos) are the default unit for weight. When you hear *libras* it usually refers to products imported from the United States or to contexts where the imperial system is standard. Also, *peso* can mean ‘weight’ or ‘currency’, so be careful to use *pesa* for the verb and *libras* for the unit to avoid confusion.