How Much Is 0.16 Fluid Ounces of Soy Sauce in Ounces?
Converting 0.16 fluid ounces of soy sauce to ounces gives 0.18 oz. One fluid ounce of soy sauce weighs 31.88g, so 0.16 fluid ounces is 0.16 × 31.88 = 5.1g (0.18 oz). This conversion is specific to soy sauce because each ingredient has a different density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 0.16 fluid ounces of soy sauce
- 1 fluid ounce of soy sauce = 31.88g
- 0.16 × 31.88 = 5.1g
- Convert grams to ounces: 5.1 ÷ 28.3495 = 0.18 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
For liquids, place your measuring cup on a flat surface and read at eye level. The bottom of the meniscus (the curve at the surface) should align with the measurement line.
Soy Sauce at Different Amounts
How soy sauce scales across common fluid ounces measurements. Your amount (0.16 fluid ounces) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Soy Sauce
| Fluid Ounces | US Ounces | UK Fluid Ounce |
|---|---|---|
| 0.16 fluid ounces | 0.18 oz | 0.17 oz |
| 1 fluid ounce | 1.12 oz | 1.08 oz |
| 2 fluid ounces | 2.25 oz | 2.16 oz |
| 3 fluid ounces | 3.37 oz | 3.24 oz |
| 4 fluid ounces | 4.50 oz | 4.32 oz |
| 5 fluid ounces | 5.62 oz | 5.40 oz |
| 6 fluid ounces | 6.75 oz | 6.48 oz |
| 8 fluid ounces | 8.99 oz | 8.64 oz |
| 10 fluid ounces | 11.24 oz | 10.80 oz |
| 12 fluid ounces | 13.49 oz | 12.96 oz |
| 16 fluid ounces | 17.99 oz | 17.28 oz |
Understanding the Units
What is a Fluid Ounce?
There are 8 fluid ounces in a US cup and 128 fluid ounces in a US gallon. The UK fluid ounce is slightly smaller (28.413 ml vs 29.574 ml), so UK and US recipes using fluid ounces will differ slightly.
What is an Ounce?
Weight ounces and fluid ounces are different measurements. A fluid ounce measures volume (29.574 ml), while an ounce measures weight (28.35g). They only align for water, where 1 fl oz weighs approximately 1 oz.