Common Volumes
About Volume Conversion
Convert between different units of volume including liters, gallons, cups, milliliters, and more. Perfect for cooking, baking, and liquid measurements.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many liters are in a gallon?
There are approximately 3.78541 liters in 1 US gallon. The imperial gallon (used in UK) is larger at 4.54609 liters. Our converter uses US gallon by default.
How do I convert cups to milliliters for cooking?
1 US cup equals 236.588 milliliters. For cooking, it's often rounded to 240 mL for convenience. This conversion is essential for following international recipes.
What's the difference between US and Imperial measurements?
US and Imperial volume measurements differ significantly. For example, 1 US gallon = 3.785 L, while 1 Imperial gallon = 4.546 L. Always check which system a recipe uses.
How many tablespoons are in a cup?
There are 16 tablespoons in 1 US cup. Since 1 tablespoon = 3 teaspoons, there are also 48 teaspoons in 1 cup. These conversions are crucial for accurate cooking measurements.
How do I convert fluid ounces to milliliters?
1 US fluid ounce equals 29.5735 milliliters. This is different from weight ounces - fluid ounces measure volume while regular ounces measure weight or mass.
What is the metric system for volume?
The metric system uses liters (L) and milliliters (mL) as primary volume units. 1 liter = 1,000 milliliters. Larger volumes use cubic meters (1 m³ = 1,000 liters).