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Weight/Mass | Convert from onza [Spanish] to momme [Japan] |
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Common Weight Conversions Metric Weight Conversions Unit Definition (onza [Spanish]) The onça, once, oncia, onza is traditional names for the ounce unit in Romance languages. The Portuguese onça and Spanish onza equal 1/16 libra or about 28.69 grams (1.012 ounce). Unit Definition (momme [Japan]) The momme [Japan] is a traditional Japanese weight unit corresponding to the Chinese mace. Jewelers continue to use the momme to measure the weight of cultured pearls; for this purpose it equals exactly 3.75 grams (about 0.132 ounce) or 18.75 carats. The unit is commonly pronounced "mommy" in English.
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