1.5 cups is equal to 354.88 milliliters
Converting 1.5 cups to milliliters gives us 354.88 ml. This is because 1 cup equals 236.588 milliliters, so multiplying 1.5 by this number provides the result. The conversion helps in recipes and measurements that require precise volume conversions between these units.
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Result in milliliters:
Conversion Formula
The formula to convert cups into milliliters is: milliliters = cups × 236.588. This works because one cup equals exactly 236.588 milliliters, so multiplying the number of cups by this factor gives the volume in milliliters. For example, 2 cups would be 2 × 236.588 = 473.176 ml.
Conversion Example
- Convert 2 cups to milliliters:
- Multiply 2 by 236.588
- 2 × 236.588 = 473.176 ml
- Convert 0.75 cups:
- 0.75 × 236.588 = 177.441 ml
- Convert 3 cups:
- 3 × 236.588 = 709.764 ml
- Convert 4.25 cups:
- 4.25 × 236.588 = 1005.859 ml
Conversion Chart
This chart shows how different cup values convert into milliliters. Use it as a quick reference for common measurements.
| Cups | Milliliters |
|---|---|
| -23.5 | -5564.94 |
| -20 | -4731.76 |
| -15 | -3544.32 |
| -10 | -2365.88 |
| -5 | -1182.94 |
| 0 | 0 |
| 1 | 236.588 |
| 5 | 1182.94 |
| 10 | 2365.88 |
| 15 | 3548.82 |
| 20 | 4731.76 |
| 25 | 5914.70 |
| 26.5 | 6253.22 |
To read the chart, find your number of cups in the first column, then look across to see its equivalent in milliliters in the second column.
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Conversion Definitions
Cups
A cup is a unit of volume measurement used mainly in cooking, with the US customary cup equal to 236.588 milliliters, and it varies slightly in other measurement systems. It measures ingredients like liquids and solids in recipes.
Milliliters
Milliliters are a metric unit of volume, representing one-thousandth of a liter. They are used worldwide for measuring liquids and small quantities in scientific, medical, and culinary contexts, providing precise volume measurements.
Conversion FAQs
How accurate is the conversion from cups to milliliters?
The conversion is precise when using the standard US measurement of 1 cup = 236.588 ml. Variations could occur with different cup standards, but for most cooking and scientific purposes, this value is reliable.
Can I convert cups to milliliters for dry ingredients?
Yes, but dry ingredients might not pack uniformly, so volume measurements in cups can vary based on how tightly they are packed. For accuracy, weighing dry ingredients might be better than relying on cup measurements.
What if my recipe calls for metric cups, and I only have US cups?
Metric cups are usually 250 ml, slightly larger than US cups. To convert, multiply the number of US cups by 236.588, or use 250 ml per metric cup if specified. Adjust the recipe accordingly for precise results.
Is there a quick way to remember the cup to milliliter conversion?
A simple approximation is to multiply cups by 240 to get milliliters, which is close enough for most cooking needs. For exact measurement, use 236.588 ml per cup.