Cups to ML Converter

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How to Convert Cups to ML

ml = cups × 236.588

1 US cup = 236.588 ml
1 ml = 0.00423 cups

Example: convert 2 cups to ml:
2 cups = 2 × 236.588 = 473.176 ml

Cups to ML

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From cups to milliliters

236.588

1 cup = 236.588 ml

Quick Conversion Table

Cups	ML
1/4	59.147
1/3	78.863
1/2	118.294
1	236.588

Cups	ML
1.5	354.882
2	473.176
3	709.764

Cups	ML
4	946.353
5	1,182.94
8	1,892.71

About the Units

US Cup

The US cup is a unit of volume used primarily in cooking to measure liquids and bulk foods. One US customary cup equals exactly 236.5882365 milliliters. It is legally defined as 8 US fluid ounces or 1/16 of a US gallon. The cup is widely used in American recipes and is different from the metric cup (250 ml) used in Australia, New Zealand, and other countries.

Milliliter (ml)

The milliliter (ml) is a metric unit of volume equal to one thousandth of a liter. It is commonly used worldwide to measure small amounts of liquid, such as beverages, medicine doses, and cooking ingredients. The milliliter is part of the International System of Units (SI) and is the standard unit for liquid measurement in most countries outside the United States.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many ml in a cup?

One US cup equals 236.588 milliliters. This is the standard measurement used in American cooking and baking recipes.

How to convert cups to ml?

To convert cups to milliliters, multiply the number of cups by 236.588. For example, 2 cups = 2 × 236.588 = 473.176 ml.

What is 1/2 cup in ml?

Half a cup equals approximately 118.294 ml. In cooking, this is often rounded to 118 ml or 120 ml for convenience.

Is a cup 250ml or 240ml?

A US customary cup is 236.588 ml (often rounded to 240 ml). A metric cup, used in Australia and some other countries, is exactly 250 ml. Always check which cup standard your recipe uses.

What is 2 cups in ml?

2 US cups equals 473.176 ml, which is approximately one US pint.

How many ml is 4 cups?

4 US cups equals 946.353 ml, which is approximately one US quart or just under 1 liter.

Difference between US and metric cup?

A US cup is 236.588 ml while a metric cup is 250 ml. The difference is about 13 ml. When following recipes from different countries, be sure to use the correct cup measurement.

How many fluid ounces in a cup?

One US cup contains exactly 8 US fluid ounces (fl oz). This makes it easy to convert between cups and fluid ounces.

How many tablespoons in a cup?

There are 16 tablespoons in one US cup. Each tablespoon equals approximately 14.787 ml.

Quick way to estimate cups to ml?

A quick estimate: multiply cups by 240 for a close approximation. For example, 3 cups is roughly 720 ml (actual: 709.764 ml). This works well for most cooking purposes.