How Much Is 3.47 Cups of Sesame Seeds in Ounces?
Converting 3.47 cups of sesame seeds to ounces gives 17.63 oz. One cup of sesame seeds weighs 144g, so 3.47 cups is 3.47 × 144 = 499.68g (17.63 oz). This conversion is specific to sesame seeds because each ingredient has a different density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 3.47 cups of sesame seeds
- 1 cup of sesame seeds = 144g
- 3.47 × 144 = 499.68g
- Convert grams to ounces: 499.68 ÷ 28.3495 = 17.63 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
For the most consistent results, weigh sesame seeds on a kitchen scale. Small seeds are easy to over-measure by volume.
Sesame Seeds at Different Amounts
How sesame seeds scales across common cups measurements. Your amount (3.47 cups) is highlighted.
For reference, 3.47 cups of sesame seeds (499.68g) is close in weight to a bottle of water (500 ml) (510g).
Other Amounts of Sesame Seeds
| Cups | US Ounces | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 cups | 1.27 oz | 1.34 oz | 1.53 oz |
| 0.33 cups | 1.68 oz | 1.77 oz | 2.01 oz |
| 0.5 cups | 2.54 oz | 2.68 oz | 3.05 oz |
| 0.75 cups | 3.81 oz | 4.03 oz | 4.58 oz |
| 1 cup | 5.08 oz | 5.37 oz | 6.10 oz |
| 1.5 cups | 7.62 oz | 8.05 oz | 9.15 oz |
| 2 cups | 10.16 oz | 10.73 oz | 12.20 oz |
| 3 cups | 15.24 oz | 16.10 oz | 18.30 oz |
| 3.47 cups | 17.63 oz | 18.62 oz | 21.17 oz |
| 4 cups | 20.32 oz | 21.47 oz | 24.40 oz |
| 5 cups | 25.40 oz | 26.84 oz | 30.50 oz |
Understanding the Units
What is a Cup?
A cup is a US customary unit of volume equal to 236.588 milliliters or 8 fluid ounces. It is the most common volume measurement in American recipes. One cup can be divided into 16 tablespoons or 48 teaspoons.
What is an Ounce?
An ounce (oz) is a US customary unit of weight equal to 28.3495 grams or 1/16 of a pound. In cooking, "ounces" refers to weight (avoirdupois ounces), not fluid ounces which measure volume.