1 BR cup (xícara)
240g
1 US cup
236g
1 tbsp
15g
1 tsp
5g
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1 us cup (236ml) is equal to:
Grams
236 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
8,32 oz
Pounds
0,52 lb
Water — 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 | 60g | 2,12 oz |
| ⅓ | 0,33 | 0,34 | 5,33 | 80g | 2,82 oz |
| ½ | 0,5 | 0,51 | 8 | 120g | 4,23 oz |
| ¾ | 0,75 | 0,76 | 12 | 180g | 6,35 oz |
| 1 | 1 | 1,02 | 16 | 240g | 8,47 oz |
| 2 | 2 | 2,03 | 32 | 480g | 16,9 oz |
Frequently asked questions
How many grams is 1 cup of water?
1 cup (US, 236ml) of water is approximately 236 grams. The Brazilian xícara de chá (240ml) yields 240 grams — a small but important difference in baking.
How many grams is ½ cup of water?
½ cup (US, 118ml) of water is approximately 118 grams. The Brazilian ½ xícara (120ml) yields 120 grams.
How many grams is 1 tablespoon of water?
1 tablespoon (tbsp, 15ml) of water is approximately 15 grams. 1 cup = 16 tablespoons.
How many grams is 1 teaspoon of water?
1 teaspoon (tsp, 5ml) of water is approximately 5 grams. 1 tablespoon = 3 teaspoons.
Brazilian cup vs US cup — what's the difference for water?
The US cup (236ml) holds 236g; the Brazilian xícara de chá (240ml) holds 240g — a difference of just 4g per cup. In small quantities it's negligible; in large batches it can accumulate.
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