Convert decistere to pint (US)
Please provide values below to convert decistere [ds] to pint (US) [pt (US)], or Convert pint (US) to decistere.
How to Convert Decistere to Pint (Us)
1 ds = 211.337641886519 pt (US)
Example: convert 15 ds to pt (US):
15 ds = 15 × 211.337641886519 pt (US) = 3170.06462829778 pt (US)
Decistere to Pint (Us) Conversion Table
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Decistere
Decistere (ds) is a unit of volume measurement equal to one-tenth of a litre, used primarily in some European countries for measuring liquids.
History/Origin
The decistere originated in the metric system as a subunit of the litre, introduced to facilitate smaller volume measurements. Its usage has declined with the standardization of the litre and millilitre units.
Current Use
Today, the decistere is rarely used in everyday measurements but may still appear in historical contexts or specific regional applications within certain European countries.
Pint (Us)
A pint (US) is a unit of volume measurement equal to 16 US fluid ounces or approximately 473.176 milliliters.
History/Origin
The US pint originated from the British imperial pint but was standardized in the United States in the 19th century. It has been used primarily for measuring liquids like milk and beer.
Current Use
The US pint is commonly used in the United States for measuring beverages, dairy products, and other liquids in cooking, retail, and food service industries.