How do you convert cups to milliliters?

To convert cups to milliliters, multiply the cup value by 236.588. For example: 1) 1 cup = 236.588 mL, 2) 2 cups = 473.176 mL, 3) 1/2 cup = 118.294 mL, 4) 1/4 cup = 59.147 mL. Our calculator handles this automatically. Note: This is for US cups; metric cups are 250 mL.

What is 1 cup equal to in milliliters?

1 US cup equals exactly 236.588 milliliters. Common conversions include: 1) 1/4 cup = 59.15 mL, 2) 1/3 cup = 78.86 mL, 3) 1/2 cup = 118.29 mL, 4) 2/3 cup = 157.73 mL, 5) 3/4 cup = 177.44 mL, 6) 1 cup = 236.59 mL. Note: A metric cup is 250 mL.

What are common cup to milliliter conversions?

Common cup to milliliter conversions include: 1) 1/4 cup = 59.15 mL, 2) 1/3 cup = 78.86 mL, 3) 1/2 cup = 118.29 mL, 4) 2/3 cup = 157.73 mL, 5) 3/4 cup = 177.44 mL, 6) 1 cup = 236.59 mL, 7) 2 cups = 473.18 mL.

What's the difference between US and metric cups?

Cup measurements vary by region: 1) US cup = 236.588 mL, 2) Metric/International cup = 250 mL, 3) Imperial cup = 284.131 mL, 4) Canadian cup = 227.3045 mL, 5) Japanese cup = 200 mL. The US cup is most commonly used in American recipes.

What's the easiest way to estimate cups to milliliters?

For quick estimates of US cups to milliliters: 1) Multiply cups by 240 (slightly more than 236. 588), 2) 1 cup ≈ 240 mL, 3) 1/2 cup ≈ 120 mL, 4) 1/4 cup ≈ 60 mL, 5) For metric cups, simply multiply by 250, as 1 metric cup = 250 mL exactly.

How are cups and milliliters used in cooking?

Cups and milliliters in cooking: 1) US recipes typically use cups, 2) International recipes use milliliters, 3) Professional kitchens prefer milliliters for precision, 4) Liquid measuring cups often show both units, 5) Digital scales can measure both, 6) Converting between them is essential for international recipes.

Cups to Milliliters Conversion Calculator

Cup to Milliliter (mL) Converter

Symbol: cup (cup), mL (milliliter)

Cups and milliliters are units of volume measurement, with cups being part of the US customary system and milliliters being part of the metric system (SI).

Formula: 1 US cup = 236.588 milliliters

Common Conversions:

1/4 cup = 59.15 mL
1/2 cup = 118.29 mL
1 cup = 236.59 mL
2 cups = 473.18 mL
100 mL = 0.423 cups

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Conversion Result

1 cup=

1.000 mL

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What are Volume Measurements?

Volume measurements quantify the amount of space that a substance or object occupies. Cups and milliliters are two common units used for measuring volume, particularly in cooking and food preparation.

The relationship between cups and milliliters depends on the cup standard being used. In the United States, 1 cup equals exactly 236.588 milliliters, while in other countries, a metric cup equals 250 milliliters.

Common Cups to Milliliters Conversions

Cups	Milliliters (mL)	Common Reference
1/8 cup	29.57 mL	Standard shot glass
1/4 cup	59.15 mL	Small yogurt container
1/3 cup	78.86 mL	Standard medicine cup
1/2 cup	118.29 mL	Small coffee cup
2/3 cup	157.73 mL	Small juice glass
3/4 cup	177.44 mL	Standard wine glass
1 cup	236.59 mL	Standard coffee mug
2 cups (1 pint)	473.18 mL	Standard water bottle

Practical Use Cases

Cooking and Baking: Converting between measuring systems when using international recipes (US recipes use cups, while European recipes typically use milliliters)
Nutrition Tracking: Converting serving sizes between different measurement systems for accurate calorie and nutrient tracking
Medication Administration: Converting between household measurements (cups) and medical measurements (milliliters) for proper dosing
Beverage Preparation: Converting between different volume measurements for cocktails, coffees, and other drinks
Food Manufacturing: Scaling recipes from household measurements to industrial quantities
Scientific Experiments: Converting between everyday measurements and laboratory volumes for home science projects

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