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1 pint is approximately 0.4732 litres
Converting 1 pint to litre results in about 0.4732 litres. This conversion is based on the standard US pint measurement, which equals 0.4732 litres, showing how volume measurements in pints relate to litres in the metric system.
Overview of Pint to Litre Conversion
The process of converting pint to litre involves multiplying the amount in pints by the conversion factor 0.4732. This factor is derived from the fact that 1 US pint equals exactly 0.473176473 litres, thus the approximate value used for quick calculations is 0.4732.
Conversion Tool
Result in litre:
Conversion Formula
The formula to convert pint to litre is straightforward: multiply the number of pints by 0.4732. This factor comes from the exact equivalence of 1 pint to 0.473176473 litres. For example, to convert 2 pints, you do 2 x 0.4732 which equals 0.9464 litres.
Conversion Example
- Convert 0.5 pints to litres:
- Multiply 0.5 by 0.4732
- Result: 0.2366 litres
- Convert 2 pints to litres:
- Multiply 2 by 0.4732
- Result: 0.9464 litres
- Convert 5 pints to litres:
- Multiply 5 by 0.4732
- Result: 2.366 litres
Conversion Chart
| Pints | Litres |
|---|---|
| -24.0 | -11.33 |
| -22.0 | -10.33 |
| -20.0 | -9.46 |
| -18.0 | -8.49 |
| -16.0 | -7.52 |
| -14.0 | -6.55 |
| -12.0 | -5.66 |
| -10.0 | -4.69 |
| -8.0 | -3.77 |
| -6.0 | -2.84 |
| -4.0 | -1.89 |
| -2.0 | -0.94 |
| 0.0 | 0.0 |
| 2.0 | 0.95 |
| 4.0 | 1.89 |
| 6.0 | 2.84 |
| 8.0 | 3.78 |
| 10.0 | 4.73 |
| 12.0 | 5.67 |
| 14.0 | 6.62 |
| 16.0 | 7.56 |
| 18.0 | 8.51 |
| 20.0 | 9.45 |
| 22.0 | 10.4 |
| 24.0 | 11.34 |
| 26.0 | 12.29 |
This chart helps to quickly find the litre equivalent of any pint value between -24 and 26 pints by reading across the row.
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Conversion Definitions
Pint
A pint is a unit of volume measurement used primarily in the US and UK, where it equals 16 fluid ounces in the US and 20 fluid ounces in the UK, with each fluid ounce representing a specific volume. It is often used for liquids like milk, beer, and other beverages.
Litre
A litre is a metric unit of volume equal to 1 cubic decimeter, equivalent to 1000 millilitres, and widely used worldwide for measuring liquids and other substances in everyday and scientific contexts, providing a standard measure across many countries.
Conversion FAQs
Is 1 pint exactly equal to 0.4732 litres?
While 1 pint is approximately 0.4732 litres, the exact value is 0.473176473 litres. The slight difference is used in calculations requiring high precision, but for most purposes, 0.4732 provides a close enough estimate.
Can I use an online calculator to convert pints to litres?
Yes, online calculators or the provided conversion tool can quickly convert any pint value to litres by applying the standard conversion factor, eliminating manual calculation errors and saving time.
What is the significance of the difference between US and UK pints in litres?
The US pint is smaller, at about 0.4732 litres, whereas the UK pint is approximately 0.5683 litres. This difference impacts conversions depending on which measurement system you are using, important in recipes or scientific measurements.
