Volume Conversion Guide
Volume conversion is essential for cooking, chemistry, and everyday tasks. Understanding the difference between metric (liters) and imperial (gallons, cups) measurements helps when following international recipes or working with different measurement systems.
US vs UK Measurements
Important: US and UK gallons are different! A US gallon is 3.785 liters, while a UK gallon is 4.546 liters.
| Unit | Liters |
|---|---|
| 1 US Gallon | 3.78541 L |
| 1 UK Gallon | 4.54609 L |
| 1 US Cup | 0.236588 L |
| 1 Fluid Ounce (US) | 0.0295735 L |
| 1 Cubic Meter | 1000 L |
FAQ
How many cups in a liter?
There are approximately 4.227 US cups in 1 liter.
What's the difference between US and UK fluid ounces?
A US fluid ounce is 29.57 mL, while a UK fluid ounce is 28.41 mL.