1 pint equals approximately 0.4732 litres.
This conversion is based on the fact that 1 pint, in the US measurement system, is equal to 16 fluid ounces, and 1 litre is roughly 33.814 fluid ounces. Dividing 16 by 33.814 gives us the litre equivalent of a pint.
Conversion Result for 1 Pint to Litres
Conversion Tool
Result in litres:
Conversion Formula
The formula to convert pints to litres multiplies the number of pints by 0.4732, because 1 pint equals 0.4732 litres. This works because the conversion factor (0.4732) directly relates the volume of a pint in the US measurement system to litres. For example, 2 pints x 0.4732 equals 0.9464 litres.
Conversion Example
- Convert 2 pints to litres:
- Start with 2 pints.
- Multiply 2 by 0.4732.
- 2 x 0.4732 = 0.9464 litres.
- The answer is approximately 0.9464 litres.
- Convert 0.5 pints:
- Start with 0.5 pints.
- Multiply 0.5 by 0.4732.
- 0.5 x 0.4732 = 0.2366 litres.
- The answer is about 0.2366 litres.
- Convert 5 pints:
- Start with 5 pints.
- Multiply 5 by 0.4732.
- 5 x 0.4732 = 2.366 litres.
- The result is roughly 2.366 litres.
Conversion Chart
The following chart shows the conversion of various pint values into litres. Use it to quickly find the equivalent litres for different pint amounts, from -24.0 to 26.0. Each row shows the pint value, and its corresponding litre value based on the conversion factor.
| Pints | Litres |
|---|---|
| -24.0 | -11.3632 |
| -20.0 | -9.464 |
| -15.0 | -7.098 |
| -10.0 | -4.732 |
| -5.0 | -2.366 |
| 0.0 | 0.0 |
| 5.0 | 2.366 |
| 10.0 | 4.732 |
| 15.0 | 7.098 |
| 20.0 | 9.464 |
| 25.0 | 11.83 |
| 26.0 | 12.30 |
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Conversion Definitions
A pint is a unit of volume measurement used mainly in the US and UK, equal to 16 fluid ounces in the US or 20 fluid ounces in the UK. Litres are metric units of volume measurement, with 1 litre equaling 1,000 cubic centimeters, used globally for liquids.
Conversion FAQs
What is the difference between US and UK pints in litres?
The US pint is about 0.4732 litres, while the UK pint is approximately 0.5683 litres. This difference arises from variations in measurement systems, with the UK pint being larger than the US pint.
How accurate is the conversion factor 0.4732 for pints to litres?
The factor 0.4732 is based on the US pint measurement; it provides a close approximation. For precise conversions, especially in scientific contexts, exact measurements should be used, but for everyday use, this factor is sufficiently accurate.
Can I use this conversion for other liquids besides water?
Yes, because volume units like pints and litres measure the space occupied by liquids regardless of the type. However, for density-specific calculations, different parameters are needed, but the volume conversion remains the same.
Why do different countries have different pint sizes?
Historical measurement standards and regional regulations led to variations in pint sizes, with the UK and US adopting different fluid ounce measures, resulting in distinct pint volumes used in each country.
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