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US cups to Milliliters Converter
Convert us cups to milliliters instantly with the formula, worked examples, rounding guidance, and related volume conversions.
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US cup to Milliliter formula
Converting US cups to milliliters is straightforward: 1 US cup equals exactly 236.5882365 milliliters. This conversion is essential for recipes and scientific measurements where precision matters. Use the formula to accurately scale liquid volumes between these two common volume units.
Formula model
1 cup = 236.5882365 mL
1 US cup equals
Quick factor: 1 cup = 236.5882365 mL.
For quick estimates, remember 1 cup is roughly 237 mL, which is close enough for most cooking.
When measuring liquids, use a liquid measuring cup for cups and a graduated cylinder or syringe for milliliters to ensure accuracy.
Check the measurement system for cooking units: US customary and imperial volumes are not always the same.
Precision and rounding
The calculation uses the catalog's fixed conversion factors between cup and mL. Full decimal precision is kept for the calculation; only the displayed value is rounded for readability.
Reference: NIST conversion factorsVolume
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1 US cup equals
| Unit | Value |
|---|---|
| Liter L | 0.2365882365 |
| Milliliter mL | 236.5882365 |
| Cubic meter m3 | 0.0002365882365 |
| US teaspoon tsp | 48 |
| US tablespoon tbsp | 16 |
| US fluid ounce fl oz | 8 |
| US pint pt | 0.5 |
| US quart qt | 0.25 |
| US gallon gal | 0.0625 |
FAQ
US cup to Milliliter questions
Why is the conversion factor 236.5882365 mL per cup?
This value is based on the US legal cup definition, which is standardized as 1 cup = 236.5882365 milliliters exactly.
Can I use this conversion for dry ingredients?
This conversion applies to volume measurements. For dry ingredients, the weight can vary, so use a scale for best accuracy.