Convert dram to gill (US)
Please provide values below to convert dram [dr] to gill (US) [gi], or Convert gill (US) to dram.
1 dr = 0.031249998415 gi. To convert dram to gill (US), multiply the value by 0.031249998415; to go the other way, divide by it (1 gi = 32.0000016231 dr). Both units measure volume and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 dr = 0.031249998415 gi
- 1 gi = 32.0000016231 dr
- 10 dr = 0.31249998415 gi
- 100 dr = 3.1249998415 gi
How to Convert Dram to Gill (Us)
1 dr = 0.0312499984149677 gi
Example: convert 15 dr to gi:
15 dr = 15 × 0.0312499984149677 gi = 0.468749976224515 gi
Dram to Gill (Us) Conversion Table
| dram | gill (US) |
|---|---|
| 1 dr | 0.031249998415 gi |
| 2 dr | 0.0624999968299 gi |
| 3 dr | 0.0937499952449 gi |
| 5 dr | 0.156249992075 gi |
| 10 dr | 0.31249998415 gi |
| 20 dr | 0.624999968299 gi |
| 50 dr | 1.56249992075 gi |
| 100 dr | 3.1249998415 gi |
| 500 dr | 15.6249992075 gi |
| 1000 dr | 31.249998415 gi |
Dram
A dram is a unit of volume traditionally used to measure liquids, equivalent to 1/8 of an fluid ounce or approximately 3.7 milliliters.
History/Origin
The dram originated in the apothecary system in medieval Europe and was historically used for measuring medicines and small quantities of liquids. Its use has declined with the adoption of metric units.
Current Use
Today, the dram is primarily used in the context of measuring spirits and liquors, especially in the United States, where it is often used to denote a small serving or shot of alcohol.
Gill (Us)
A gill (US) is a unit of volume measurement equal to one-quarter of a US pint, or 4 US fluid ounces.
History/Origin
The gill originated from the Old French 'gelle' and was historically used in the UK and US for measuring liquids, especially in brewing and cooking. Its usage has declined with the standardization of metric units.
Current Use
Today, the US gill is rarely used in everyday measurement but may still be encountered in historical contexts, traditional recipes, or specific industries like brewing and bartending in the United States.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 dram in gill (US)?
1 dram (dr) = 0.031249998415 gill (US) (gi).
How do you convert dram to gill (US)?
Multiply the dram value by 0.031249998415. For example, 25 dr × 0.031249998415 = 0.781249960374 gi.
What is 10 dram in gill (US)?
10 dr = 0.31249998415 gi.
Which unit is larger, the dram or the gill (US)?
The gill (US) is the larger unit: 1 dr equals only 0.031249998415 gi.