Milliliters to cups converter
Provide a volume below to convert milliliters (mL) to cups (cup). For the reverse direction, visit the cups to milliliters converter.
1 milliliter equals approximately 0.00422675 US cups. This conversion is based on the standard US cup measurement of 236.588 mL.
To convert milliliters to cups, divide the measurement in milliliters by 236.588. To convert cups to milliliters, multiply the value in cups by 236.588.
Milliliters
Definition: A milliliter (symbol: mL) is a metric unit of volume equal to one-thousandth of a liter or one cubic centimeter.
History: The milliliter was derived from the liter when the metric system was established. It provides a convenient small unit for measuring liquids in scientific and everyday contexts.
Current use: Milliliters are used worldwide for measuring small volumes of liquids, particularly in medicine, cooking, and scientific applications. They are the standard unit in most countries outside the United States.
Cups
Definition: A cup is a unit of volume commonly used in cooking and serving sizes. The US customary cup equals exactly 236.588 milliliters.
History: Cups have been used for centuries as a practical cooking measurement. The modern US cup was standardized in the 20th century for consistency in recipes and nutritional labeling.
Current use: Cups are widely used in the United States for cooking, baking, and nutritional information. They provide a convenient measurement for both liquid and dry ingredients in recipes.
| Milliliters [mL] | Cups [cup] |
|---|---|
| 50 mL | 0.211338 cup |
| 100 mL | 0.422676 cup |
| 150 mL | 0.634014 cup |
| 200 mL | 0.845351 cup |
| 250 mL | 1.056689 cup |
| 500 mL | 2.113379 cup |
| 750 mL | 3.170068 cup |
| 1000 mL | 4.226757 cup |
| 2000 mL | 8.453514 cup |
| 5000 mL | 21.133785 cup |