Pints to Liters Conversion
Quick formula: liters = US pints × 0.473 — beer & cooking
⚡Quick Answer
1 US pint = 0.473 liters (about half a liter). 1 UK pint = 0.568 liters. US pints are 20% smaller than UK pints!
Step-by-Step Guide
The Formula
liters = US pints × 0.473 — Or just remember: 2 US pints ≈ 1 liter (close enough!).
Common Conversions
1 US pint = 0.47 L = 473 ml | 2 US pints (1 quart) = 0.95 L | 1 UK pint = 0.57 L = 568 ml
US vs UK Pints
US pint = 16 fl oz = 473 ml | UK pint = 20 fl oz = 568 ml. UK pints are 20% larger!
Beer Reference
US pint of beer = 473 ml | UK pint of beer = 568 ml | German 'Maß' = 1 liter | Standard bottle = 330-355 ml
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pints in a liter?
About 2.11 US pints or 1.76 UK pints per liter. Quick math: 1 liter ≈ 2 US pints.
Why are US and UK pints different?
The US kept the old Queen Anne wine gallon (231 cubic inches), while the UK standardized the Imperial gallon (277.4 cubic inches) in 1824.
How many ml in a pint?
US pint = 473 ml. UK pint = 568 ml. Always specify which pint you mean!