Last updated on July 9th, 2025
We can measure the volume of liquids using units like milliliters (ml), liters, cups, pints, quarts, or gallons. Different units are used to measure different quantities. A milliliter is a small unit of measurement that we use for smaller volumes, like a single drop of liquid or the amount of liquid in a teaspoon. A liter is a larger unit of measurement, and we use it to measure larger volumes, like a bottle of soda or a container of milk. Sometimes we need to change milliliters to liters to make it easier to understand volumes. In this topic, we will learn how to convert milliliters to liters.
A milliliter is a unit of volume that is part of the metric system, which is widely used around the world for measuring small volumes. The metric system is based on powers of 10, which simplifies unit conversions. 1 milliliter is equal to one-thousandth of a liter, meaning there are 1,000 milliliters in 1 liter (1,000 ml = 1 l). The symbol for milliliters is ml, and it is commonly seen on liquid containers and measuring cups.
A unit of measurement used to measure volume is called a liter. One liter is equal to 1,000 milliliters. Liters are commonly used to measure larger volumes of liquid. The symbol used to measure liters is l.
To convert milliliters to liters, we use the following formula: 1 liter = 1,000 milliliters Liters = So, to convert from milliliters to liters, you divide the number of milliliters by 1,000. Conversely, to convert from liters to milliliters, you multiply the number of liters by 1,000.
Converting milliliters (ml) to liters (l) is simple using a standard conversion factor. Since 1 liter is equal to 1,000 milliliters, we can convert milliliters to liters by dividing the number of milliliters by 1,000. Steps to convert ml to l: Write down the volume in milliliters. Divide the value by 1,000 to get the volume in liters. Formula: Liters =
When we measure liquids, sometimes we use milliliters (ml) and sometimes we use liters (l). We use simple conversions to understand how much something in milliliters is in liters. Below is a chart that shows us the milliliter-to-liter conversions.
When converting milliliters to liters, children often make mistakes. Here are some common mistakes to get a better understanding of the concepts of conversions.
Convert 3,278 ml to Liters
3,278 ml = 3.278 liters
We know the conversion factor: 1 ml = 0.001 liters
Now, multiply 3,278 by the conversion factor: 3,278 × 0.001 = 3.278 l.
Convert 46 ml to liters.
Solution: Converting 46 ml to liters gives us 0.046 l.
Use the conversion factor: 1 ml = 0.001 l
46 × 0.001 = 0.046 l
A bottle's volume is 1,200 ml. What is the volume in liters?
The volume of the bottle in liters is 1.2 liters.
Convert 1,200 ml to liters: 1,200 ml = 1,200 × 0.001 = 1.2 liters
Volume = 1.2 liters.
The coffee cup holds 180 ml of coffee. What is its volume in liters?
The volume in liters is 0.18 liters.
Convert 180 ml to liters: 180 ml = 180 × 0.001 = 0.18 liters
Volume = 0.18 liters (approximately).
Converting 990 ml to Liters
990 ml = 0.99 liters
Step 1: Use the conversion factor. 1 ml = 0.001 l
Step 2: Multiply 990 by 0.001. 990 × 0.001 = 0.99 l
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