Convert deciliter to cup (UK)
Please provide values below to convert deciliter [dL] to cup (UK) [cup (UK)], or Convert cup (UK) to deciliter.
How to Convert Deciliter to Cup (Uk)
1 dL = 0.351950828245884 cup (UK)
Example: convert 15 dL to cup (UK):
15 dL = 15 × 0.351950828245884 cup (UK) = 5.27926242368826 cup (UK)
Deciliter to Cup (Uk) Conversion Table
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Deciliter
A deciliter (dL) is a unit of volume equal to one-tenth of a liter, commonly used to measure liquids.
History/Origin
The deciliter was introduced as part of the metric system in the 19th century to provide a convenient subdivision of the liter, facilitating measurements in cooking and scientific contexts.
Current Use
Deciliters are used in various countries for measuring liquids in cooking, nutrition labeling, and scientific experiments, especially where metric units are standard.
Cup (Uk)
A cup (UK) is a unit of volume measurement used primarily in cooking, equal to approximately 284.13 milliliters.
History/Origin
The UK cup has origins in traditional British cooking and measurement systems, historically based on the imperial system. Its use has been standardized in culinary contexts over time, though it is less common in official measurement standards today.
Current Use
The UK cup is primarily used in recipes and cooking instructions within the United Kingdom and some Commonwealth countries. It is also used in nutritional labeling and culinary contexts, often standardized as 284 milliliters for practical purposes.