1 BR cup (xícara)
288g
1 US cup
283g
1 tbsp
18g
1 tsp
6g
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1 us cup (236ml) is equal to:
Grams
283 g
BR Cup (xícara)
0,98 xíc.
US Cup
1 cup
Tablespoon
15,7 tbsp
Teaspoon
47,2 tsp
BR Shot Glass
1,24 copo am.
BR Cream Jar
0,94 copo req.
Fluid oz
7,98 fl oz
Ounces
9,99 oz
Pounds
0,62 lb
Salt — conversion table
All values for level/unsifted measures · 1 BR cup (xícara) = 240ml · 1 US cup = 236ml · 1 tbsp = 15ml
| Qty | BR Cup (xícara) | US Cup | Tbsp | Grams | Ounces |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ¼ | 0,25 | 0,25 | 4 | 72g | 2,54 oz |
| ⅓ | 0,33 | 0,34 | 5,33 | 96g | 3,39 oz |
| ½ | 0,5 | 0,51 | 8 | 144g | 5,08 oz |
| ¾ | 0,75 | 0,76 | 12 | 216g | 7,62 oz |
| 1 | 1 | 1,02 | 16 | 288g | 10,2 oz |
| 2 | 2 | 2,03 | 32 | 576g | 20,3 oz |
Frequently asked questions
How many grams is 1 cup of salt?
1 cup (US, 236ml) of salt is approximately 283 grams. The Brazilian xícara de chá (240ml) yields 288 grams — a small but important difference in baking.
How many grams is ½ cup of salt?
½ cup (US, 118ml) of salt is approximately 142 grams. The Brazilian ½ xícara (120ml) yields 144 grams.
How many grams is 1 tablespoon of salt?
1 tablespoon (tbsp, 15ml) of salt is approximately 18 grams. 1 cup = 16 tablespoons.
How many grams is 1 teaspoon of salt?
1 teaspoon (tsp, 5ml) of salt is approximately 6 grams. 1 tablespoon = 3 teaspoons.
Brazilian cup vs US cup — what's the difference for salt?
The US cup (236ml) holds 283g; the Brazilian xícara de chá (240ml) holds 288g — a difference of just 5g per cup. In small quantities it's negligible; in large batches it can accumulate.
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