Millilitres to Cups Converter
Convert millilitres (ml) to US cups for any recipe. One US cup equals approximately 236.6 ml. This converter is essential when following metric recipes with US measuring cups, or vice versa.
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To convert millilitres to US cups, divide the volume in ml by 236.588. For example, 500 ml ÷ 236.588 ≈ 2.11 cups. Since both units measure volume, this conversion works the same for all liquids and dry ingredients.
Be aware that cup sizes vary by country. A US cup is 236.588 ml, a metric cup (used in Australia) is 250 ml, and a Japanese cup is 200 ml. Most international recipes using millilitres are easy to follow precisely — that's one of the advantages of the metric system.
Millilitres to Cups — Quick Reference Chart
| Millilitres | US Cups | Common Use |
|---|---|---|
| 15 ml | 0.06 cups (1 tbsp) | Vanilla extract |
| 30 ml | 0.13 cups (2 tbsp) | Shot of espresso |
| 60 ml | 0.25 cups (¼) | Small sauce portion |
| 80 ml | 0.33 cups (⅓) | One-third cup |
| 120 ml | 0.50 cups (½) | Half cup of liquid |
| 180 ml | 0.75 cups (¾) | Three-quarter cup |
| 240 ml | 1.01 cups (≈1) | Standard cup |
| 355 ml | 1.50 cups | Standard soda can |
| 500 ml | 2.11 cups | Half a litre |
| 1000 ml | 4.23 cups | One litre |