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).
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
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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.