Cup to Liter Converter
Convert Cups to Liters
Quick Conversions
How to Convert Cups to Liters
Converting cups to liters is a simple calculation. One US liquid cup is equal to 0.236588 liters. To convert, you multiply the number of cups by 0.236588.
Formula
Liters = Cups × 0.236588
or
l = cup × 0.236588
Step-by-step process
- Take the measurement in cups
- Multiply that number by 0.236588
- The result is the equivalent volume in liters
Examples
- 1 cup = 1 × 0.236588 = 0.236588 liters
- 5 cups = 5 × 0.236588 = 1.18294 liters
- 10 cups = 10 × 0.236588 = 2.36588 liters
- 25 cups = 25 × 0.236588 = 5.9147 liters
When to Convert Cups to Liters
Converting cups to liters is useful in various contexts, especially in agriculture, cooking, and industrial applications.
Agriculture
In agriculture, various units are used for measuring harvested crops. Converting between them is essential for trade and storage.
Cooking and Baking
Recipes often use different volume units. Converting helps in scaling recipes or using different measuring tools.
Industrial Applications
Many industrial processes require precise volume measurements and conversions for manufacturing and chemical processes.
Education
In an educational setting, understanding how to convert between different units of volume, such as cups and liters, is a fundamental part of learning about measurement systems.
Common Cups to Liters Conversions
Here is a table of common cup to liter conversions for quick reference:
| Cups (cup) | Liters (l) | Cups (cup) | Liters (l) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.236588 | 250 | 59.147 |
| 5 | 1.18294 | 500 | 118.294 |
| 10 | 2.36588 | 1,000 | 236.588 |
| 25 | 5.9147 | 2,000 | 473.176 |
| 50 | 11.8294 | 5,000 | 1182.94 |
| 100 | 23.6588 | 10,000 | 2365.88 |
| 150 | 35.4882 | 15,000 | 3548.82 |
| 200 | 47.3176 | 20,000 | 4731.76 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many liters are in a cup?
There are exactly 0.236588 liters in one US liquid cup.
What is the formula to convert cups to liters?
The formula is: Liters = Cups × 0.236588.
Is this converter free to use?
Yes, our cup to liter converter is completely free to use.