Cups to Liters
1 cup = 0.2366 liters
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1 Cups = 0.236588 Liters
Explanation
Divide the US cup (236.588 mL) by 1000 to express cup volumes in liters for metric-aware cooking.
Common Conversion Values
| Cups | Liters |
|---|---|
| 1/4 | 0.059147 |
| 1/3 | 0.078855 |
| 1/2 | 0.118294 |
| 1 | 0.236588 |
| 1 1/2 | 0.354882 |
| 2 | 0.473176 |
| 3 | 0.709764 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which cup definition is used?
It uses the US customary cup standardized to 236.588 milliliters.
Why convert cups into liters?
It helps when recipes mix customary cups with metric liters for sauces, soups, or beverages.