One kilogram (kg) is equal to 2.20462262185 pounds (lbs) . Therefore, to convert 1 kg to pounds, we can use the conversion factor of 2.20462262185. Multiplying 1 kg by this conversion factor gives us:

1 kg * 2.20462262185 = 2.20462262185 lbs

Therefore, 1 kg is equal to 2.20462262185 pounds (lbs).