Convert cup (us) to liter
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5 liters 914.7 milliliters
How to Convert Cup (US) to Liter
Converting cup (us) to liter is straightforward using our conversion calculator.
Conversion Formula
L = cup ÷ 4.2267528288Reverse conversion: Convert liter to cup (us)
Comparison: Cup-us vs Liter
When to Use Each Unit
Cup-us: Standard cooking measurement in the United States for recipes, nutrition labels, and food preparation.
Liter: Standard volume unit worldwide for liquids, cooking, fuel, and most commercial applications. Used in all metric countries and scientific contexts.
Common Conversion Values
- 1 US cup ≈ 237 mL
- 1 US cup = 8 fl oz
- 1 US cup = 16 tbsp
- 2 US cups = 1 US pt
About US
Definition: The US cup is a unit of volume used primarily in cooking, equal to approximately 237 milliliters or 8 fluid ounces.
History: Standardized for American cooking and baking recipes. Part of the US customary system for culinary measurements.
Current Use: Standard cooking measurement in the United States for recipes, nutrition labels, and food preparation.
Examples: Cooking recipes: 1-4 cups flour/sugar, coffee serving: 1 cup, rice cooker: 2-8 cups, measuring cups
About Liter
Definition: The liter (symbol: L) is a metric unit of volume equal to one cubic decimeter. Defined as the volume of one kilogram of water at maximum density.
History: Introduced in 1795 during the French Revolution as part of the metric system. Originally defined as one cubic decimeter, redefined multiple times for precision.
Current Use: Standard volume unit worldwide for liquids, cooking, fuel, and most commercial applications. Used in all metric countries and scientific contexts.
Examples: Beverage bottles: 0.5-2L, car fuel tank: 40-80L, swimming pool: 20,000-100,000L, cooking recipes: 0.1-2L