Convert a volume or liquid capacity between metric and US customary units - useful for cooking, recipes, and everyday measuring.
Volume Converter
LiveConverted value
473.18 ml
Uses US customary volume units (a US cup, not the UK/metric cup).
The formula
Result = Value x (mL per "From" unit) / (mL per "To" unit)
Example
2 US cups converts to about 473.18 milliliters.
Step-by-step guide
- Enter the value you want to convert.
- Choose the "from" and "to" units.
- Read the converted result.
Common mistakes
Using a metric cup (250 mL) when a recipe means a US cup (about 237 mL) - the difference is small but can matter in precise baking.
Confusing a US fluid ounce (volume) with a regular ounce (weight) - they measure different things and aren't interchangeable for most ingredients.
Frequently asked questions
Is a UK cup the same as a US cup?
No - a US cup is about 237 mL, while a UK (imperial) cup is about 284 mL. This calculator uses the US cup, which is most common in US recipes.
How many teaspoons are in a tablespoon?
3 teaspoons equal 1 tablespoon in US measurements.
Can I convert weight and volume with the same tool?
No - weight and volume are different measurements, and the conversion between them depends on the density of what you're measuring (a cup of flour weighs less than a cup of water). See our Weight Converter for weight-to-weight conversions.
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