Convert Quart to Pint

One qt equals 2 pt. This converter allows you to easily convert between Quart and Pint in real time.

Formula

qt × 2 = pt

Example: 1 qt = 2 pt

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.

What is Pint?

The pint is a unit of volume in the US customary system, equal to half a quart or exactly 0.473176473 liters. In the United States, fresh berries and small produce are sold in pint containers, and a "pint" of beer is a standard serving size in bars. In the United Kingdom, the imperial pint (approximately 568 mL) is larger than the US pint and is the traditional measure for draught beer in pubs. The word "pint" comes from the Old French "pinte."