Convert US Cups (cup) to Liters (L)
Converting US Cups to Liters is essential for precise measurements in cooking and baking. With the conversion factor of 1 cup equaling 0.236588 liters, you can easily adapt recipes that use different volume units.
≈ 15/64 L
Conversion Formula
Reverse: cup = L × 4.22676
Conversion Examples
US Cup to Liter Table
| US Cup (cup) | Liter (L) | Fraction |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.2366 | 15/64 |
| 6 | 1.4195 | 1 27/64 |
| 11 | 2.6025 | 2 39/64 |
| 16 | 3.7854 | 3 25/32 |
| 21 | 4.9683 | 4 31/32 |
| 26 | 6.1513 | 6 5/32 |
| 31 | 7.3342 | 7 21/64 |
| 36 | 8.5172 | 8 33/64 |
| 41 | 9.7001 | 9 45/64 |
| 46 | 10.883 | 10 57/64 |
| 51 | 12.066 | 12 1/16 |
| 56 | 13.2489 | 13 1/4 |
| 61 | 14.4319 | 14 7/16 |
| 66 | 15.6148 | 15 39/64 |
| 71 | 16.7977 | 16 51/64 |
| 76 | 17.9807 | 17 63/64 |
| 81 | 19.1636 | 19 5/32 |
| 86 | 20.3466 | 20 11/32 |
| 91 | 21.5295 | 21 17/32 |
| 96 | 22.7124 | 22 23/32 |
Unit Definitions
What is a US Cup (cup)?
A US cup is a unit of volume commonly used in cooking and serving sizes. It is equivalent to 8 fluid ounces.
History
The cup as a unit of measure has its origins in the 19th century, primarily in the United States where it became standard in culinary measurements. Its use has been adopted widely in various recipes and cooking instructions.
Current Use
Today, the US cup is frequently used in home cooking, recipe formulation, and food packaging, making it a vital measurement for both amateur and professional chefs.
What is a Liter (L)?
A liter is a metric unit of volume that is equal to 1,000 cubic centimeters. It is widely used in scientific and culinary contexts.
History
The liter was first defined in the late 18th century and has since become a standard unit of measurement in countries that use the metric system. It was originally based on the volume of a kilogram of water.
Current Use
Currently, liters are used globally for measuring liquid volumes in cooking, chemistry, and industry, facilitating international communication about quantities.