Pints to Liters Converter

Relationship Between Pints and Liters

The conversion between pints and liters is based on the relationship where 1 US liquid pint equals approximately 0.473176 liters.

1 pt = 0.473176 L

Therefore,

1 L = 2.11338 pt

To convert pints to liters, we multiply the value in pints by 0.473176.

For example, 1 pint equals 0.473176 liters, and 2 pints equal approximately 0.946 liters (1 quart).

Pint (pt)

What is a Pint (pt)?

A pint (symbol: pt) is a unit of volume in the imperial and US customary systems. In the US, one liquid pint equals approximately 0.473176 liters. There are 2 pints in a quart and 8 pints in a gallon.

History and Origin of the Pint

The term "pint" comes from the Old French "pinte" and Latin "pincta," meaning "painted mark" on a container indicating its capacity. The pint has been used as a measurement unit for centuries, with different sizes in different regions. The US liquid pint was standardized in the 19th century.

Modern Applications of Pints

Pints are commonly used in the United States and United Kingdom for measuring liquids, especially beverages like beer and milk. In the US, pints are frequently used for serving sizes in restaurants and bars. They are also used in cooking recipes and for measuring smaller volumes of liquids.

Liter (L)

What is a Liter (L)?

A liter (symbol: L) is a unit of volume in the metric system, equal to one cubic decimeter (1 L = 1 dm³ = 0.001 m³). It is widely used for measuring liquids and is one of the most common volume units worldwide.

History and Origin of the Liter

The liter was introduced in France in 1795 during the French Revolution as part of the metric system. Originally defined as the volume of one kilogram of water at maximum density, it has since been redefined to equal exactly one cubic decimeter.

Modern Applications of Liters

Liters are used globally for measuring beverages, fuel, and other liquids. They are the standard unit for liquid volume in most countries and are essential in cooking, commerce, and scientific applications.

Pint to Liter Conversion Table

The conversion of pints to liters for certain values are provided below: