What Is This Tool?
This converter helps you translate volume amounts from the US fluid ounce measurement to the US customary cup unit. It is particularly useful for culinary applications, packaging labels, and household product measurements in the United States.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the volume value in fluid ounces (US) you wish to convert
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Select fluid ounce (US) as the input unit and cup (US) as the output unit
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Click on the convert button to see the equivalent volume in cups (US)
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Use the results for recipes, packaging information, or accurate volume understanding
Key Features
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Converts fluid ounce (US) volumes to US customary cups with ease
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Uses the exact US customary conversion rate of 1 fluid ounce = 0.125 cups
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Supports practical applications like cooking, baking, and product packaging
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Browser-based and simple to use without any installation
Examples
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8 fluid ounces (US) equals 1 cup (US)
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16 fluid ounces (US) equals 2 cups (US)
Common Use Cases
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Measuring ingredient volumes in US recipes and kitchen tasks
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Understanding beverage sizes on cans and bottles
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Interpreting liquid amounts on medicine or household product labels
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Scaling recipes by converting smaller liquid volumes into standard cups
Tips & Best Practices
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Always confirm which cup definition is used in labeling—standard US cup or legal 240 mL cup
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Use volume conversions as a guide, not for weight-dependent measurements
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Apply the tool primarily for US customary measurements to ensure accuracy
Limitations
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The US cup is not universal and varies from international or legal definitions
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Conversion does not reflect ingredient density or mass differences
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Slight variations may exist if nutrition contexts use a 240 mL cup instead of US customary
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the exact conversion rate from fluid ounce (US) to cup (US)?
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One US fluid ounce equals 0.125 US cups according to the US customary system.
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Can I use this converter for international cups?
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No, this tool converts only between US customary fluid ounces and US customary cups, which differ from some international volumes.
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Is this conversion suitable for measuring ingredient weight?
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No, this converter translates volumes and does not account for the ingredient's mass or density.
Key Terminology
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Fluid Ounce (US)
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A US customary volume unit equal to 1/128 of a US liquid gallon or exactly 29.5735295625 milliliters, commonly used for small liquid quantities.
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Cup (US)
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A US customary unit of volume equal to 8 US fluid ounces or exactly 236.5882365 milliliters, typically used in cooking measurements.
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Conversion Rate
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The precise factor that relates one unit of measurement to another; here, 1 fluid ounce (US) equals 0.125 cup (US).