Milliliter to Liter Converter
Convert between liters, gallons, cups, milliliters, ounces, and more volume units
How to Convert Milliliter to Liter
Converting between Milliliter and Liter is straightforward with our free online converter above. Simply enter the value you want to convert, select the units, and get instant, accurate results.
Quick Steps:
- Enter the value you want to convert in the "Milliliter" field
- Select "Milliliter" as your "From" unit (if not already selected)
- Select "Liter" as your "To" unit (if not already selected)
- The conversion result will appear instantly in the "Liter" field
- You can also convert in reverse by entering a value in the "Liter" field
Tip: Our converter works both ways - you can convert from Milliliter to Liter or from Liter to Milliliter instantly.
Common Milliliter to Liter Conversions
| Milliliter | Liter |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.001 |
| 5 | 0.005 |
| 10 | 0.01 |
| 25 | 0.025 |
| 50 | 0.05 |
| 100 | 0.1 |
When to Use Milliliter vs Liter
Milliliter is commonly used in most countries worldwide as part of the metric system.
Liter is commonly used in most countries worldwide as part of the metric system.
Understanding when to use each unit helps ensure accurate communication and measurements in different contexts, whether you're traveling, cooking, working on projects, or conducting scientific research.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many cups are in a gallon?
There are 16 cups in one US gallon. This is based on the standard US measurement system where 1 cup = 8 fluid ounces and 1 gallon = 128 fluid ounces.
What's the difference between US and UK gallons?
A US gallon is 3.785 liters, while a UK (Imperial) gallon is 4.546 liters. The UK gallon is about 20% larger than the US gallon.
How do I convert liters to milliliters?
Multiply liters by 1,000 to get milliliters. For example, 2 liters = 2,000 milliliters. This is because 'milli' means one-thousandth.
How many ounces in a cup?
There are 8 fluid ounces in one US cup. Note that this refers to fluid ounces (volume), not weight ounces.
What is a cubic meter in liters?
One cubic meter equals 1,000 liters. This is a large volume often used for water tanks, swimming pools, or bulk liquid measurements.
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