mL to Cups Converter
Convert milliliters to US cups, tablespoons, and teaspoons. Instant results for any liquid measurement.
Conversion Results
Quick Reference
| mL | Cups | Tbsp |
|---|---|---|
| 60 mL | ¼ cup | 4 tbsp |
| 80 mL | ⅓ cup | 5.3 tbsp |
| 120 mL | ½ cup | 8 tbsp |
| 180 mL | ¾ cup | 12 tbsp |
| 240 mL | 1 cup | 16 tbsp |
| 1000 mL | 4.23 cups | 67.6 tbsp |
How to Convert mL to Cups
One US cup equals exactly 236.588 mL. To convert mL to cups, divide the mL value by 236.588. For tablespoons, divide by 14.787; for teaspoons, divide by 4.929.
US vs. metric cups
This converter uses the US customary cup (236.588 mL). An Australian cup is 250 mL, and a metric cup used in Canada/UK is also 250 mL — so recipes from those countries may differ slightly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many mL is 1 cup? +
One US cup is exactly 236.588 mL. This is the standard used in all US recipes. An Australian cup is 250 mL and a UK/metric cup is also 250 mL — so recipes from those countries use a slightly larger cup.
How many mL is ½ cup? +
Half a US cup is 118.29 mL (often rounded to 120 mL in practice). Quarter cup is 59.15 mL. These are the measurements you'll see most often in baking recipes alongside tablespoons.
Is 250 mL the same as 1 cup? +
Close, but not quite — 250 mL is an Australian/metric cup, while a US cup is 236.6 mL. The difference is about 14 mL per cup (roughly 1 tablespoon). For water or milk in savory recipes it doesn't matter, but it can affect the texture of baked goods.
How do I measure mL without a measuring cup? +
A standard tablespoon holds 14.79 mL, so 16 tablespoons ≈ 1 US cup. If you have a syringe (like a medicine syringe), these are usually marked in mL and very accurate for small amounts. Alternatively, a kitchen scale with water: 1 mL of water weighs 1 gram.