8 c (cups) is equal to approximately 1.893 liters.
The conversion from cups to liters involves knowing that 1 cup equals 0.236588 liters. By multiplying 8 cups by this value, you get the total volume in liters. This helps in cooking, science, and other measurements where liters are preferred over cups.
Conversion Tool
Result in liters:
Conversion Formula
To convert cups (c) to liters (L), the formula is:
Liters = Cups × 0.236588
This works because 1 cup is defined as exactly 0.236588 liters. Multiplying the number of cups by this factor changes the measurement into liters, which is a metric unit of volume.
For example, to convert 8 cups:
- Start with 8 cups
- Multiply 8 by 0.236588
- Calculate 8 × 0.236588 = 1.892704 liters
- Rounded to four decimal places: 1.8927 liters
Conversion Example
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Convert 5 c to liters:
- Multiply 5 × 0.236588
- Result is 1.18294 liters
- Rounded: 1.1829 L
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Convert 12 c to liters:
- Multiply 12 × 0.236588
- Result is 2.83906 liters
- Rounded: 2.8391 L
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Convert 0.75 c to liters:
- Multiply 0.75 × 0.236588
- Result is 0.177441 liters
- Rounded: 0.1774 L
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Convert 20 c to liters:
- Multiply 20 × 0.236588
- Result is 4.73176 liters
- Rounded: 4.7318 L
Conversion Chart
The table below shows values from -17.0 to 33.0 cups converted into liters. Negative values might be unusual in volume measurements but included for completeness. To use the chart, find your cup value in the left column and read across to see the equivalent liters.
| Cups (c) | Liters (L) |
|---|---|
| -17.0 | -4.021996 |
| -15.0 | -3.548820 |
| -13.0 | -3.075644 |
| -11.0 | -2.602472 |
| -9.0 | -2.129292 |
| -7.0 | -1.656116 |
| -5.0 | -1.182940 |
| -3.0 | -0.709764 |
| -1.0 | -0.236588 |
| 0.0 | 0.000000 |
| 1.0 | 0.236588 |
| 3.0 | 0.709764 |
| 5.0 | 1.182940 |
| 7.0 | 1.656116 |
| 9.0 | 2.129292 |
| 11.0 | 2.602472 |
| 13.0 | 3.075644 |
| 15.0 | 3.548820 |
| 17.0 | 4.021996 |
| 19.0 | 4.495172 |
| 21.0 | 4.968348 |
| 23.0 | 5.441524 |
| 25.0 | 5.914700 |
| 27.0 | 6.387876 |
| 29.0 | 6.861052 |
| 31.0 | 7.334228 |
| 33.0 | 7.807404 |
Related Conversion Questions
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Conversion Definitions
c (cups): A cup (c) is a unit of volume commonly used in cooking and serving sizes in the US and other countries. One US cup equals 8 fluid ounces or about 237 milliliters. It’s not part of the metric system but is widely used for liquid and dry measurements.
liters: A liter is a metric unit for measuring volume. It equals 1,000 cubic centimeters or roughly 1.057 quarts. Liters are standard in science, industry, and many countries for measuring liquids, and it is abbreviated as L or l.
Conversion FAQs
Can I convert cups to liters using only mental math?
Yes, you can approximate by knowing that 1 cup is about 0.24 liters. Multiplying the number of cups by 0.24 gives a close estimate. For 8 cups, 8 × 0.24 = 1.92 liters, which is slightly over the exact 1.8927 liters but close enough for quick estimates.
Why does the conversion factor differ between US and metric cups?
The US cup is defined as 240 milliliters, but the exact legal definition is 236.588 mL, which is used in conversions. Metric cups (used in some countries) are exactly 250 mL. Knowing which cup is used is essential for accurate conversion to liters.
Is the conversion factor for cups to liters the same for dry and liquid measurements?
No, dry cups and liquid cups sometimes differ depending on the substance. The US cup for liquids is 236.588 mL, but dry cups measure volume differently due to density variations. The conversion to liters strictly applies to liquid cups.
Can I use this conversion for cooking and scientific purposes equally?
For cooking, this conversion is fine because slight differences usually do not affect results much. Scientific work requires precise measurements, so knowing the exact volume and measurement system is critical. Using the exact factor 0.236588 ensures accuracy.
What tools can help convert cups to liters quickly?
Besides calculators and online converters, kitchen measuring tools often have both cup and liter markings. Smartphone apps and the JavaScript tool above can also provide fast and accurate conversions by entering the cup value.