1 litre is approximately equal to 2.1134 pints.
This conversion means that when you measure 1 litre of liquid, it is equivalent to about 2.1134 pints. This is because a litre, which is a metric unit, is converted into pints, an imperial and US customary unit, using a specific conversion factor.
Conversion Result
1 litre to pint equals approximately 2.1134 pints.
Conversion Tool
Result in pint:
Conversion Formula
The conversion from litre to pint relies on the formula: pint = litre * 2.1134. This works because 1 litre equals approximately 2.1134 pints, based on the conversion factor where 1 litre is equal to 1.75975 imperial pints or 2.11338 US pints. To perform the conversion, you multiply the litre value by 2.1134.
For example, if you want to convert 1 litre to pint, multiply 1 by 2.1134, which equals 2.1134 pints.
Conversion Example
- Convert 3 litres:
- Step 1: Write down the formula: pints = litres * 2.1134
- Step 2: Substitute 3 for litres: pints = 3 * 2.1134
- Step 3: Calculate the multiplication: 3 * 2.1134 = 6.3402
- Result: 3 litres are equivalent to approximately 6.3402 pints.
- Convert 0.5 litres:
- Step 1: Use the same formula: pints = 0.5 * 2.1134
- Step 2: Multiply: 0.5 * 2.1134 = 1.0567
- Result: 0.5 litres equals about 1.0567 pints.
- Convert 10 litres:
- Step 1: Apply the formula: pints = 10 * 2.1134
- Step 2: Calculate: 10 * 2.1134 = 21.134
- Result: 10 litres is roughly 21.134 pints.
Conversion Chart
This chart shows how various litre amounts convert into pints, helping you quickly find values without calculator. Use the table to compare different measurements or plan recipes, or when measuring liquids in different units.
Litre | Pint |
---|---|
-24.0 | -50.9632 |
-23.0 | -48.6294 |
-22.0 | -46.2956 |
-21.0 | -43.9618 |
-20.0 | -41.628 |
-19.0 | -39.2942 |
-18.0 | -36.9604 |
-17.0 | -34.6266 |
-16.0 | -32.2928 |
-15.0 | -29.959 |
-14.0 | -27.6252 |
-13.0 | -25.2914 |
-12.0 | -22.9576 |
-11.0 | -20.6238 |
-10.0 | -18.29 |
-9.0 | -15.9562 |
-8.0 | -13.6224 |
-7.0 | -11.2886 |
-6.0 | -8.9548 |
-5.0 | -6.621 |
-4.0 | -4.2872 |
-3.0 | -1.9534 |
-2.0 | +0.3804 |
-1.0 | +2.7142 |
0.0 | 0.0 |
1.0 | 2.1134 |
2.0 | 4.2268 |
3.0 | 6.3402 |
4.0 | 8.4536 |
5.0 | 10.567 |
6.0 | 12.6804 |
7.0 | 14.7938 |
8.0 | 16.9072 |
9.0 | 19.0206 |
10.0 | 21.134 |
11.0 | 23.2474 |
12.0 | 25.3608 |
13.0 | 27.4742 |
14.0 | 29.5876 |
15.0 | 31.701 |
16.0 | 33.8144 |
17.0 | 35.9278 |
18.0 | 38.0412 |
19.0 | 40.1546 |
20.0 | 42.268 |
21.0 | 44.3814 |
22.0 | 46.4948 |
23.0 | 48.6082 |
24.0 | 50.7216 |
25.0 | 52.835 |
26.0 | 54.9484 |
Related Conversion Questions
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- How do I convert litres to pints for a recipe?
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- What is the pint measurement for half a litre?
- Can I convert 1 litre to pints using an online calculator?
- What is the difference between UK and US pints when converting from litres?
Conversion Definitions
A litre is a metric unit of volume equal to 1 cubic decimeter, used worldwide for liquid measurements. It is defined as the volume of a cube that measures 10 centimeters on each side, approximately equal to 1.057 quarts in US customary units.
A pint is a unit of volume used in the imperial and US customary systems, with the imperial pint being about 568 milliliters and the US pint about 473 milliliters. It is often used for liquids like milk or beer, serving as a common small measure.
Conversion FAQs
How accurate is the 2.1134 conversion factor for litres to pints?
This factor is precise for converting litres to US pints, based on the exact equivalence where 1 litre equals approximately 2.11338 US pints. Slight variations may occur with imperial pints, which are slightly larger, around 2.1138 pints per litre.
Can I use the same formula for converting litres to imperial pints?
Yes, but you need to replace the conversion factor with the imperial pint equivalent, which is approximately 1.75975 pints per litre. So, the formula becomes: pints = litre * 1.75975 for imperial measurements.
Why does the conversion result differ slightly depending on the measurement system?
Different measurement systems use slightly different definitions of a pint and litre, leading to minor differences in conversion results. Imperial pints are larger than US pints, so conversions vary based on which system is used.
Is there a simple way to remember the litres to pints conversion?
A rough estimate is to multiply the litre value by 2.1 for US pints or by 1.76 for imperial pints. For more accuracy, use the exact conversion factors of 2.1134 or 1.75975, respectively, especially for precise measurements.
How does temperature affect the litre to pint conversion?
Temperature doesn’t directly affect the litre to pint conversion because volume measurements relate to the physical space the liquid occupies, which varies slightly with temperature. But for standard conversions, the factors remain constant.