Pints to Ounces Converter
Convert between pints and fluid ounces with US and UK system support
Volume Converter
1 US pint = 16 fl oz
Fluid ounces measure volume
Conversion Result
Quick Conversion Facts
• 1 US pint = 16 US fluid ounces
• 1 UK pint = 20 UK fluid ounces
• 1 US fluid ounce = 0.0625 pints (1/16)
• 1 UK fluid ounce = 0.05 pints (1/20)
• UK pints contain 4 more fluid ounces than US pints
Common Conversions (US System)
| Pints | Fluid Ounces | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 0.125 pt | 2 fl oz | 1/8 pint (2 fl oz) |
| 0.25 pt | 4 fl oz | 1/4 pint (half cup) |
| 0.5 pt | 8 fl oz | Half pint (1 cup) |
| 1 pt | 16 fl oz | 1 US pint |
| 2 pt | 32 fl oz | 2 US pints (1 quart) |
| 4 pt | 64 fl oz | 4 US pints (half gallon) |
| 8 pt | 128 fl oz | 8 US pints (1 gallon) |
Unit Systems
US System
1 US pint = 16 fl oz
1 US pint = 473.176 mL
1 fl oz = 29.5735 mL
2 cups = 1 pint
UK (Imperial) System
1 UK pint = 20 fl oz
1 UK pint = 568.261 mL
1 fl oz = 28.4131 mL
2 pints = 1 quart
Conversion Tips
US pints are divided into 16 fluid ounces
UK pints contain 20 fluid ounces (25% more than US)
Fluid ounces measure volume, not weight
Common in recipes and beverage servings
Understanding Pints to Ounces Conversion
What are Pints and Fluid Ounces?
Pints and fluid ounces are both units of volume used in the US and UK for measuring liquids. A pint is larger than a fluid ounce, with the relationship varying between the US and UK systems. Fluid ounces are commonly used in recipes and beverage servings.
System Differences
The US pint contains 16 fluid ounces (473.176 mL), while the UK pint contains 20 fluid ounces (568.261 mL). This means UK pints are 25% larger than US pints. Additionally, the US and UK fluid ounces themselves differ slightly in size.
Practical Applications
- •Recipe measurements and cooking instructions
- •Beverage servings and bartending
- •Liquid ingredient portioning
- •Converting between recipe formats
Conversion Formulas
US System:
Fluid Ounces = Pints × 16
Pints = Fluid Ounces ÷ 16
UK System:
Fluid Ounces = Pints × 20
Pints = Fluid Ounces ÷ 20
Common Equivalents:
- • 1 US pint = 16 fl oz = 2 cups
- • 1 UK pint = 20 fl oz
- • 8 fl oz (US) = 0.5 pint = 1 cup
- • 32 fl oz (US) = 2 pints = 1 quart
Important Note
Always verify which measurement system (US or UK) is being used, especially in recipes and beverage preparations. The 4-ounce difference between US and UK pints can significantly impact your results, particularly in baking and cocktails.