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1 pint equals approximately 0.4732 litre
Converting 1 pint to litre gives you about 0.4732 litres. This means that a single pint is less than half a litre, which is useful for cooking, measuring liquids, or understanding volume comparisons. Knowing this helps in recipes and liquid measurements across different measurement systems.
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Conversion Formula
The formula to convert pints to litres is based on the conversion rate that 1 pint equals 0.4732 litres. To find the litre amount, you multiply the pint quantity by 0.4732. For example, to convert 2 pints, you do 2 × 0.4732 = 0.9464 litres. This formula works because it directly relates the two units of volume based on their defined equivalence.
Conversion Example
- Convert 3 pints:
- Multiply 3 by 0.4732.
- 3 × 0.4732 = 1.4196 litres.
- So, 3 pints equal about 1.4196 litres.
- Convert 0.5 pints:
- 0.5 × 0.4732 = 0.2366 litres.
- Half a pint is roughly 0.2366 litres.
- Convert 5 pints:
- 5 × 0.4732 = 2.366 litres.
- Five pints is approximately 2.366 litres.
Conversion Chart
This chart shows the conversion of values from -24.0 to 26.0 pints into litres. Use it to quickly find out how many litres are equivalent to a certain number of pints. For each row, multiply the pint value by 0.4732 to get the litre value.
| Pints | Litres |
|---|---|
| -24.0 | -11.3568 |
| -23.0 | -10.886 |
| -22.0 | -10.4152 |
| -21.0 | -9.9444 |
| -20.0 | -9.4736 |
| -19.0 | -9.0028 |
| -18.0 | -8.532 |
| -17.0 | -8.0612 |
| -16.0 | -7.5904 |
| -15.0 | -7.1196 |
| -14.0 | -6.6488 |
| -13.0 | -6.178 |
| -12.0 | -5.7072 |
| -11.0 | -5.2364 |
| -10.0 | -4.7656 |
| -9.0 | -4.2948 |
| -8.0 | -3.824 |
| -7.0 | -3.3532 |
| -6.0 | -2.8824 |
| -5.0 | -2.4116 |
| -4.0 | -1.9408 |
| -3.0 | -1.47 |
| -2.0 | -0.9992 |
| -1.0 | -0.5284 |
| 0.0 | 0.0 |
| 1.0 | 0.4732 |
| 2.0 | 0.9464 |
| 3.0 | 1.4196 |
| 4.0 | 1.8928 |
| 5.0 | 2.366 |
| 6.0 | 2.8392 |
| 7.0 | 3.3124 |
| 8.0 | 3.7856 |
| 9.0 | 4.2588 |
| 10.0 | 4.732 |
| 11.0 | 5.2052 |
| 12.0 | 5.6784 |
| 13.0 | 6.1516 |
| 14.0 | 6.6248 |
| 15.0 | 7.098 |
| 16.0 | 7.5712 |
| 17.0 | 8.0444 |
| 18.0 | 8.5176 |
| 19.0 | 8.9908 |
| 20.0 | 9.464 |
| 21.0 | 9.9372 |
| 22.0 | 10.4104 |
| 23.0 | 10.8836 |
| 24.0 | 11.3568 |
| 25.0 | 11.83 |
| 26.0 | 12.3032 |
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Conversion Definitions
Pint
A pint is a unit of volume used mainly in the US and UK, where it measures liquids or dry goods. It equals 16 fluid ounces in the US or 20 fluid ounces in the UK, with slight differences in total volume depending on the system.
Litre
A litre is a metric unit of volume equal to 1 cubic decimetre, used worldwide for liquids and other substances. It is standard in scientific measurements and equals 1,000 millilitres, serving as a base unit in the metric system for volume.
Conversion FAQs
How accurate is the pint to litre conversion rate of 0.4732?
The rate of 0.4732 litres per pint is based on the US liquid pint measurement. It is precise for conversions within the US customary system, but slight variations might occur if measuring in UK pints, which are larger (approximately 0.568 litres). Always specify the system used.
Can I use this conversion for dry pints as well?
No, this conversion applies only to fluid pints, which measure liquid volume. Dry pints, used for measuring dry goods like grains, have different volume equivalences and should not be converted using this formula.
What should I do if I need to convert pints to litres for a recipe?
Use the conversion factor of 0.4732 litres per pint directly. Simply multiply the number of pints by 0.4732, or use the provided tool for quick calculations. Remember to confirm whether your recipe uses US or UK measurements for accuracy.
Is the conversion rate the same in all countries?
No, the conversion rate varies depending on the measurement system. The US pint equals approximately 0.4732 litres, while the UK pint is about 0.568 litres. Always verify which system your measurement refers to before converting.