Navigating the world of cannabis can be a bit bewildering, especially when it comes to understanding weed measurements and deciphering slang terms such as “dime bag,” “eighth,” or “zip.” Whether you’re a cannabis enthusiast or simply curious about cannabis flower quantities—you don’t have to wander in the haze alone. While budtenders at dispensaries are invaluable guides, knowing your weed lingo ensures you can confidently ask for a specific amount of weed, whether it’s for a weekend getaway or a long-term stash.
Living in a state with a local dispensary? Consider yourself lucky. A knowledgeable budtender can assist in selecting the perfect strains with the best terpene profile, cannabinoids, and quantity. But if you’re in a less formal setting, understanding these weed measurements ensures you won’t overpay or come up short. From widely recognized terms like “dime bag” to less familiar slang such as “dub,” we’ve got you covered. Get ready to master cannabis measurements and buy your kush with absolute assurance!
Keep reading to demystify metric measurements, slang terms, and everything in between so you can elevate your cannabis experience to new heights.
WEED MEASUREMENTS QUICK GUIDE
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Gram (1/28) = 1 gram
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Eighth (⅛) ounce = 3.5 grams
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Quarter (¼) ounce = 7 grams
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Half (½) ounce = 14 grams
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Ounce = 28 grams
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Quarter Pound = 113.4 grams
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Half Pound = 226.8 grams
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Pound = 453 grams
MASTERING WEED METRIC SYSTEM AND IMPERIAL: COMMON WEED MEASUREMENTS IN THE CANNABIS INDUSTRY
If you’re a newcomer to the cannabis world or even a seasoned veteran looking for a quick refresher, the metric and imperial systems of weed measurements might seem like a daunting puzzle. But fear not, we’re here to simplify everything from a gram to a pound!
Let’s start small—really small. Grams are your go-to unit if you’re dabbling in a new strain or perhaps just starting your cannabis journey. These lightweight measurements offer just enough cannabis for you to get a taste without committing to a larger quantity. To put things into perspective, an ounce contains a whopping 28 grams—that’s a lot if you’re dipping your toes in!
As you transition into a more regular cannabis user, you’ll likely move towards fractions of ounces like an eighth, a quarter, or even a half. These measurements offer better value and convenience, allowing you to buy your favorite strains in bulk and make fewer trips to your local cannabis dispensary or budtender.
Here’s a little pro tip before we delve deeper: While an ounce may seem modest, it’s the legal possession limit in several states where cannabis has been legalized for recreational use. Keeping within these limits is essential, so a working knowledge of common weed measurements could save you from legal trouble!
Ready to break down these measurements of weed further and make sense of terms like ‘eighth,’ ‘quarter,’ ‘half of a pound, ’and ‘pound’? Great, let’s talk specific numbers, delve into some slang, and find out how much green you can get for your greenbacks!
SLANG TERMS FOR ORDERING BY A ‘GRAM OF WEED’
A DIMEBAG
A “dimebag,” or simply “dime,” refers to the smallest amount of weed. It’s about $10 worth of weed, typically ranging from 0.7 to 1 gram of marijuana, depending on the flower quality.
This term was popular for purchasing small amounts before dispensaries became widespread and paid homage to the late heavy metal guitarist Dimebag Darrell.
HOW MUCH IS A DIMEBAG OF WEED?
A Dimebag can range from half gram 0.5 to 1 gram of cannabis, equivalent to about 1-2 average-sized joints or 3-4 bowl packs for beginners.
To pack a bowl, a beginner would only need a quarter of a gram, so a Dimebag would give you about 3-4 bowl packs.
HOW MUCH DOES A DIMEBAG COST?
Expect to pay around $10 for a dimebag, though prices vary slightly based on location and bud quality. Ordering exactly one gram may cost between $10 and $15 or more at dispensaries.
If you are venturing into the wonderful world of cannabis, purchasing a dimebag (or a gram) is a great place to start. It’s a budget-friendly way to sample a new strain (or a few!) before committing to a larger purchase.
A DUB OF WEED
A “dub,” short for “double,” refers to doubling a dime bag for $20 of weed, also known as a “dubsack.”
HOW MUCH IS A DUB OF WEED AND HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
A dub typically contains 1.5-2 grams, with 2 grams being standard. Prices range around $20, but specifically ordering two grams can vary from $20 to $30 depending on seller and quality.
SLANG TERMS FOR ORDERING BY AN ‘OUNCE OF WEED’
The other most common unit of measurement deals in fractions of an ounce. Whether you’re purchasing an eighth, quarter, half, or full ounce, this typically means you’ve sampled the product and are now looking to buy in bulk. These larger quantities will give you a smaller cost-per-gram, so they’re a great option when you’ve found something you enjoy.
Another important aspect to note is that while the weight of a dimebag or dub can vary, ordering by fractions of an ounce means you should get exact measurements, with the only variances being price, strain, and quality.
AN EIGHTH OF WEED
An eighth, or eighth of an ounce (3.5 grams), is also known as a “cut,” “egg,” “slice,” or “eify”.
HOW MUCH IS AN EIGHTH OF WEED, AND HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
An eighth equals 3.5 grams of weed, about 4-7 joints, or 10-14 bowls.
Its average price is around $30-$65, and it is great for trying different strains and new strains entering the cannabis world.
A QUARTER OF WEED
A “quarter” refers to a quarter of an ounce of weed, or ¼ ounce (7 grams), and is also called a “Q” or “quad.”
HOW MUCH IS IN A QUARTER OF WEED AND ITS PRICE?
A quarter ounce of weed is seven grams and can make about 10-14 joints or 28 small bowls. It costs $55-$110 and is suitable for making edibles like “special” brownies and other baked goods.
A HALF OUNCE OF WEED
Getting into the larger quantities, we have the half-ounce. A half-ounce is 14 grams of weed, also known as “half an O,” “half O,” or “half a zip,” “half zip.”
HOW MUCH IS IN A HALF-OUNCE OF WEED AND HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
A half ounce of weed is enough for up to 28 joints or 56 bowls or bong rips.
Costs range from $100-$160.
While this may seem steep, it is more cost-effective than purchasing single grams one at a time and allows fewer trips to the dispensary or wherever you purchase your bud.
Settle in, get cozy, and enjoy your buzz.
A ZIP OF WEED (OR AN OUNCE)
An ounce of marijuana, or 28 grams, is also called a “zip” or “full O.”
HOW MUCH IS A ZIP OF WEED AND ITS PRICE?
It can make up to 56 joints or 112 bowls.
A zip of weed costs $150-$300 and requires proper storage.
A POUND OF WEED
Whoa, there! A pound of weed is a large amount of cannabis.
Before you get too carried away, know your state’s legal limit. Possessing a pound or more of cannabis can result in a felony in certain places. Understand your states possession laws. (Although anything between 10 grams and 50 pounds in Maryland is only a misdemeanor!) I’m not saying you should… I’m just here to let you know..
A pound is 16 ounces, or 453 grams, also called a “pizzle” (fo shizzle my nizzle). A pound of pot gets our vote for the best weed measurement slang.
HOW MUCH IS A POUND OF WEED AND ITS PRICE?
Enough for 896 joints or 1,792 bowls.
A pound of weed costs $1,500-$3,000+ and is typically for commercial use in legal states.