What volume does 1 metric cup represent?

One metric cup is defined as exactly 250 millilitres, which is one quarter of a litre.

Why is there variability in the UK teaspoon measurement?

The UK teaspoon can refer to either the traditional 4.736 mL value or the metric 5 mL teaspoon, both commonly used in recipes and labeling.

What is the conversion rate from metric cups to UK teaspoons?

1 metric cup equals approximately 42.234 UK teaspoons based on the given conversion rate.

How to Convert from Cup (metric) to Teaspoon (UK)?

Easily convert volumes from metric cups to UK teaspoons with this practical converter. Ideal for culinary and nutritional measurements where metric and UK units intersect.

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Cup (metric) to Teaspoon (UK) Conversion Table

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What Is This Tool?

This online converter helps you change volume measurements from the metric cup to the UK teaspoon, supporting accurate culinary and nutritional calculations across differing measurement systems.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the volume in metric cups you want to convert.
Select the target unit as UK teaspoons.
Click the convert button to see the equivalent volume.
Use the results for cooking, nutrition labeling, or dose measurements.

Key Features

Converts metric cups to UK teaspoons based on a defined conversion rate.
Supports culinary and nutritional volume measurements.
Accounts for variations in UK teaspoon definitions.
Easy to use with a straightforward input and conversion process.

Examples

1 cup (metric) equals approximately 42.23 teaspoon (UK).
2 cups (metric) convert to about 84.47 teaspoon (UK).

Common Use Cases

Measuring ingredient volumes in cooking following metric recipes.
Converting food packaging serving sizes between metric and UK units.
Formulating nutritional information using both measurement standards.
Managing household liquid medicine doses informed by UK teaspoon units.

Tips & Best Practices

Confirm whether your UK teaspoon is the traditional or metric definition for accurate conversions.
Use this tool to convert larger volume measures to smaller units for precision in cooking.
Apply the conversion carefully when labeling nutrition facts or doses.

Limitations

UK teaspoon values vary between a traditional 4.736 mL and a metric 5 mL standard.
Users should verify the teaspoon definition relevant to their context to ensure proper conversion.

Frequently Asked Questions

What volume does 1 metric cup represent?: One metric cup is defined as exactly 250 millilitres, which is one quarter of a litre.
Why is there variability in the UK teaspoon measurement?: The UK teaspoon can refer to either the traditional 4.736 mL value or the metric 5 mL teaspoon, both commonly used in recipes and labeling.
What is the conversion rate from metric cups to UK teaspoons?: 1 metric cup equals approximately 42.234 UK teaspoons based on the given conversion rate.

Key Terminology

Metric Cup: A volume measurement unit equal to exactly 250 millilitres, used commonly in metric system cooking and nutrition.
UK Teaspoon: A traditional UK culinary volume unit, either about 4.736 millilitres or the metric teaspoon of 5 millilitres, used for small quantities.
Conversion Rate: The numerical factor used to change a quantity from one unit (metric cup) to another (UK teaspoon); here approximately 42.2341 teaspoons per metric cup.

Quick Knowledge Check

What is the exact volume of a metric cup?

240 millilitres

250 millilitres

260 millilitres

Which definitions are associated with the UK teaspoon?

Only 5 mL metric

Traditional ~4.736 mL or metric 5 mL

Exactly 4 mL

What is the approximate number of UK teaspoons in one metric cup?

42.2 teaspoons

52.2 teaspoons

32.2 teaspoons

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