Convert Cup to Quart

One cup equals 0.25 qt. This converter allows you to easily convert between Cup and Quart in real time.

Formula

cup × 0.25 = qt

Example: 1 cup = 0.25 qt

What is Cup?

The cup is a unit of volume used primarily in American cooking, defined as exactly 0.2365882365 liters, or half a US pint. Nearly all American recipes measure both liquid and dry ingredients in cups. One cup equals 8 US fluid ounces or approximately 236.6 milliliters. It is important to note that cup sizes vary by country: the Japanese cup is 200 mL, the Australian cup is 250 mL, and the Canadian metric cup is also 250 mL.

What is Quart?

The quart is a unit of volume in the US customary system, equal to one-quarter of a gallon or exactly 0.946352946 liters. The name derives from the Latin "quartus," meaning one-fourth. In the United States, motor oil is sold in quart bottles, and ice cream is commonly packaged in quart containers. Recipes for soups, stocks, and sauces often call for ingredients measured in quarts.