Pints to Cups Converter
Convert volume between pints and cups with support for US, UK, and metric measurements
Volume Conversion Calculator
1 US pint = 473.176 mL
1 US cup = 236.588 mL
Conversion Result
Quick Reference:
• 1 US pint = 2 US cups
• 1 UK pint = 2 UK cups
• 1 cup = 0.5 pints (same measurement system)
Common Pints to Cups Conversions
US Measurements
| Pints | Cups |
|---|---|
| 1/4 pt | 0.5 cups |
| 1/2 pt | 1 cup |
| 1 pt | 2 cups |
| 1.5 pt | 3 cups |
| 2 pt | 4 cups |
| 4 pt | 8 cups |
| 8 pt | 16 cups |
Volume Relationships
Example Conversions
Example 1: Recipe Conversion
Problem: A recipe calls for 1.5 pints of milk. How many cups is that?
Solution: 1 pint = 2 cups
Calculation: 1.5 pints × 2 = 3 cups
Answer: 3 cups of milk
Example 2: Beverage Serving
Problem: You have 4 cups of juice. How many pints is that?
Solution: 1 cup = 0.5 pints
Calculation: 4 cups × 0.5 = 2 pints
Answer: 2 pints of juice
Example 3: Cooking Measurement
Problem: Convert 0.5 pints of cream to cups
Solution: 1 pint = 2 cups
Calculation: 0.5 pints × 2 = 1 cup
Answer: 1 cup of cream
Quick Reference
Common Uses
Cooking & Baking
Recipe measurements and conversions
Beverages
Drink serving sizes and portions
Dairy Products
Milk, cream, and yogurt measurements
Brewing
Beer and beverage quantities
Portion Control
Meal planning and nutrition tracking
Conversion Tips
1 pint always equals 2 cups in the same system
UK pints are about 20% larger than US pints
Metric cups are exactly 250 mL
2 pints = 1 quart = 4 cups
Use measuring cups for accuracy in cooking
Understanding Pints and Cups Conversion
What are Pints and Cups?
Pints and cups are customary units of volume commonly used in the United States, United Kingdom, and Ireland. They are particularly widespread in cooking, baking, and beverage measurements. The relationship between pints and cups is straightforward: one pint equals two cups.
Measurement Systems
- •US System: 1 US pint = 473.176 mL, 1 US cup = 236.588 mL
- •UK System: 1 UK pint = 568.261 mL, 1 UK cup = 284.131 mL
- •Metric System: 1 metric cup = 250 mL (exact)
Conversion Formula
Cups = Pints × 2
Pints = Cups ÷ 2
The conversion is simple: one pint contains exactly two cups in the same measurement system (US to US, UK to UK). This makes it easy to convert between the two units for recipes and cooking.
Note: Always ensure you're using the same measurement system (US or UK) when converting between pints and cups for accurate results in recipes.
Volume Hierarchy
1
Gallon
4
Quarts
8
Pints
16
Cups
Practical Tips
🍳 Cooking & Baking
When following recipes, pay attention to whether measurements are US or UK. This is especially important for baking where precision matters.
📏 Measuring Tools
Use standard measuring cups and pints for accuracy. Liquid and dry measuring cups may have slightly different volumes.
🥤 Beverages
In the US, a pint of beer is 16 fl oz (2 cups). In the UK, it's 20 fl oz, making it about 20% larger.
🌍 International Recipes
When using international recipes, convert to metric (mL or L) for consistency and accuracy across different systems.