How to Convert Cups to Milliliters
Converting cups to milliliters is essential for following recipes with precision. One US cup equals approximately 236.588 milliliters.
To convert cups to milliliters, multiply the cup value by 236.588. For example, 2 cups x 236.588 = 473.18 mL. This conversion helps when using metric measuring tools with US recipes or comparing international cooking measurements.
Note that cup sizes vary globally; a US cup is different from a metric cup (250 mL) or UK cup.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 US cup equals approximately 236.59 milliliters.
Multiply the cup value by 236.588.
No, a metric cup is 250 mL while a US cup is 236.59 mL.
2 cups equals approximately 473.18 milliliters.