How Many Milliliters in a Cup?

There are 236.588 milliliters in a cup. One cup equals 8 fluid ounces or 0.236588 liters.

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Quick Reference

240 milliliters = 1 cup
  • 120 ml = 0.5 cup
  • 60 ml = 0.25 cup
  • 480 ml = 2 cups
  • 720 ml = 3 cups

What is a Milliliter?

A milliliter (ml) is a metric unit of volume equal to one-thousandth of a liter. Common uses include:

  • Medicine: Precise dosing
  • Lab: Scientific work
  • Drinks: Small portions
  • Cooking: Recipe measures

Simple Conversion Formula

Milliliters to Cups:
Cups = Milliliters ÷ 240

Cups to Milliliters:
Milliliters = Cups × 240

Example: 360 ml = 360 ÷ 240 = 1.5 cups

Professional Applications

  • Baking: Recipe ingredients
  • Drinks: Smoothies & beverages
  • Cooking: Soups & sauces
  • Mixology: Cocktail recipes

Quick Facts

  • 1 cup = 240 ml
  • 750 ml = 3.125 cups
  • Common in recipes
  • International standard

Frequently Asked Questions

How many milliliters in a cup?
1 cup equals 240 milliliters (ml). This is the standard US cup measurement.
How many cups is 500 milliliters?
500 milliliters equals 2.08 cups. This is slightly more than 2 cups.
How many cups is 100 milliliters?
100 milliliters equals 0.42 cups. This is slightly less than half a cup.
How many cups is 750 milliliters?
750 milliliters equals 3.125 cups. This is about 3⅛ cups.
How many cups is 1000 milliliters (1 liter)?
1000 milliliters (1 liter) equals 4.17 cups. This is about 4⅙ cups.