How to convert pints to cups
Formula: cup = pt × 2
Worked example: 2 pt → 2 × 2 = 4 cup
Pints to cups conversion chart
| Pints (pt) | Cups (cup) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 pt | 1 cup |
| 1 pt | 2 cup |
| 1.5 pt | 3 cup |
| 2 pt | 4 cup |
| 3 pt | 6 cup |
| 4 pt | 8 cup |
| 5 pt | 10 cup |
| 6 pt | 12 cup |
| 8 pt | 16 cup |
| 10 pt | 20 cup |
What is a pint?
The US liquid pint equals 2 cups or 16 fluid ounces, about 473 ml. Ice cream, berries and craft beer are often sold by the pint. A British pint is about 20% larger, which surprises travelers ordering a beer.
What is a cup?
The US customary cup holds 8 fluid ounces, about 236.6 ml. Nutrition labels use a rounded 240 ml cup, and Canada and Australia use a 250 ml metric cup. In baking, measure dry ingredients level, or better, weigh them.