Cups to Milliliters Converter
Convert cups to milliliters (mL) instantly. Our tool supports US Customary (236.6 mL), Metric (250 mL), and UK Imperial (284.1 mL) cup standards for perfect baking and cooking results.
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Measurement Standards
1 Metric Cup = 250 mL1 US Customary Cup â 236.59 mL1 UK Imperial Cup â 284.13 mLModern recipes in Australia, Canada, and the UK typically use 250mL cups.
Milliliters to Cups Table
| Milliliters (mL) | Metric Cups | US Cups | Benchmark |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 mL | 0.20 c | 0.21 c | |
| 60 mL | 0.24 c | 0.25 c | 1/4 US Cup |
| 80 mL | 0.32 c | 0.34 c | |
| 100 mL | 0.40 c | 0.42 c | |
| 125 mL | 0.50 c | 0.53 c | 1/2 Metric Cup |
| 180 mL | 0.72 c | 0.76 c | |
| 200 mL | 0.80 c | 0.85 c | |
| 250 mL | 1.00 c | 1.06 c | Standard Metric Cup |
| 500 mL | 2.00 c | 2.11 c | |
| 1000 mL | 4.00 c | 4.23 c |
Cups to Milliliters Table
| Cups | Metric (mL) | US Customary (mL) | Size / Benchmark |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0625 cup | 16 mL | 14.8 mL | 1/16 Cup (1 Tbsp) |
| 0.125 cup | 31 mL | 29.6 mL | 1/8 Cup (2 Tbsp) |
| 0.25 cup | 63 mL | 59.1 mL | 1/4 Cup |
| 0.333 cup | 83 mL | 78.8 mL | 1/3 Cup |
| 0.5 cup | 125 mL | 118.3 mL | 1/2 Cup |
| 0.667 cup | 167 mL | 157.8 mL | 2/3 Cup |
| 0.75 cup | 188 mL | 177.4 mL | 3/4 Cup |
| 1 cup | 250 mL | 236.6 mL | 1 Cup |
| 1.5 cup | 375 mL | 354.9 mL | |
| 2 cup | 500 mL | 473.2 mL | |
| 3 cup | 750 mL | 709.8 mL | |
| 4 cup | 1000 mL | 946.4 mL |
Overview & Capabilities
Convert cups to milliliters (mL) instantly. Our tool supports US Customary (236.6 mL), Metric (250 mL), and UK Imperial (284.1 mL) cup standards for perfect baking and cooking results.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q How many milliliters are in a cup?
It depends on the standard: 1 Metric Cup is 250 mL, 1 US Customary Cup is 236.59 mL, 1 US Legal Cup is 240 mL, and 1 UK Imperial Cup is 284.13 mL.
Q How do I convert cups to milliliters manually?
To convert cups to milliliters manually, multiply the number of cups by the standard factor: cups * 250 for Metric, or cups * 236.59 for US Customary.
Q What standard of cup is typically used in baking recipes?
In the United States, recipes use the US Customary cup (approx. 236.6 mL). In most other parts of the world, including Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and the UK, the Metric cup of 250 mL is standard.
Q Is a liquid cup the same as a dry cup?
Yes, they measure the same volume. However, measuring dry ingredients in a liquid measuring cup is harder to level off, which can lead to measurement errors in baking.
Q What is a US Legal cup?
A US Legal cup is exactly 240 mL. It is the unit mandated by the FDA for nutrition labeling in the United States.