The recipes on this website use American standard measurements like
ounces, cups,
tablespoons, etc. but if you want to convert these into
metric units, use this converter.
This conversion tool is from Google and easily converts several units
of measurement from one system to another. The unit conversions
available with this tool are length, area, weight,
volume, time, and temperature. Choose a unit
conversion, specify a value, and get the results instantly.
Want to convert oven temperature from Fahrenheit to Celcius?
Select Temperature from the dropdown box.
Type the required temperature in the From field, for e.g.,
425ºF.
Select the unit in the From field (e.g., Fahrenheit) to the unit to convert to, in the To field, (e.g., Celcius).
See the temperature in Celcius instantly in the first To field as well as in the Result field.
Here's a handy conversion chart for quick reference.
1 pinch = 1 dash = Less than 1/8 teaspoon
1 dash (liquid) = a few drops
1 tablespoon = 3 teaspoons = 1/2 ounce
3 teaspoons = 1 tablespoon = 1/2 ounce
4 tablespoons = 1/4 cup = 2 ounces
8 tablespoons = 1/2 cup = 4 ounces
16 tablespoons = 1 cup = 8 ounces
1 cup = 8 ounces = 1/2 pound
1/3 cup = 5 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon
16 ounces = 1 pint = 1 pound
16 cups = 8 pints = 4 quarts = 1 gallon
1 kilogram = approximately 2 pounds
1 liter = approximately 4 cups or 1 quart