Convert cup (metric) to liter
Please provide values below to convert cup (metric) [cup (metric)] to liter [L, l], or Convert liter to cup (metric).
1 cup (metric) = 0.25 L, l. To convert cup (metric) to liter, multiply the value by 0.25; to go the other way, divide by it (1 L, l = 4 cup (metric)). Both units measure volume and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 cup (metric) = 0.25 L, l
- 1 L, l = 4 cup (metric)
- 10 cup (metric) = 2.5 L, l
- 100 cup (metric) = 25 L, l
How to Convert Cup (Metric) to Liter
1 cup (metric) = 0.25 L, l
Example: convert 15 cup (metric) to L, l:
15 cup (metric) = 15 × 0.25 L, l = 3.75 L, l
Cup (Metric) to Liter Conversion Table
| cup (metric) | liter |
|---|---|
| 1 cup (metric) | 0.25 L, l |
| 2 cup (metric) | 0.5 L, l |
| 3 cup (metric) | 0.75 L, l |
| 5 cup (metric) | 1.25 L, l |
| 10 cup (metric) | 2.5 L, l |
| 20 cup (metric) | 5 L, l |
| 50 cup (metric) | 12.5 L, l |
| 100 cup (metric) | 25 L, l |
| 500 cup (metric) | 125 L, l |
| 1000 cup (metric) | 250 L, l |
Cup (Metric)
A metric cup is a unit of volume measurement equal to 250 milliliters.
History/Origin
The metric cup was introduced as part of the metric system to standardize volume measurements, replacing various traditional cups used in different regions.
Current Use
The metric cup is commonly used in cooking and baking in countries adopting the metric system, especially in recipes and food labeling.
Liter
The liter (L, l) is a metric unit of volume equal to one cubic decimeter, commonly used to measure liquids and other substances.
History/Origin
The liter was introduced in France in 1795 as part of the metric system, based on the cubic decimeter, and has since become a standard unit of volume worldwide.
Current Use
The liter is widely used in science, industry, and daily life for measuring liquids, beverages, and other fluids, especially in countries using the metric system.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 cup (metric) in liter?
1 cup (metric) (cup (metric)) = 0.25 liter (L, l).
How do you convert cup (metric) to liter?
Multiply the cup (metric) value by 0.25. For example, 25 cup (metric) × 0.25 = 6.25 L, l.
What is 10 cup (metric) in liter?
10 cup (metric) = 2.5 L, l.
Which unit is larger, the cup (metric) or the liter?
The liter is the larger unit: 1 cup (metric) equals only 0.25 L, l.