Convert cup (metric) to cup (US)
Please provide values below to convert cup (metric) [cup (metric)] to cup (US) [cup (US)], or Convert cup (US) to cup (metric).
How to Convert Cup (Metric) to Cup (Us)
1 cup (metric) = 1.05668820719941 cup (US)
Example: convert 15 cup (metric) to cup (US):
15 cup (metric) = 15 × 1.05668820719941 cup (US) = 15.8503231079912 cup (US)
Cup (Metric) to Cup (Us) 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.
Cup (Us)
A cup (US) is a unit of volume measurement primarily used in cooking, equal to 8 fluid ounces or approximately 237 milliliters.
History/Origin
The US customary cup originated from traditional British units and became standardized in the United States in the 19th century as part of the development of standardized measurement systems for cooking and trade.
Current Use
The US cup is widely used in American recipes and cooking measurements, especially in the culinary, nutritional, and food packaging industries for volume measurement.