How Much Is 38.1 Ounces of Olive Oil in Cups?
38.1 ounces of olive oil equals 5.00 cups. That's 1,080.12g, and Olive oil has a density of 216g per cup. Because ounces measure weight and cups measure volume, the result depends on the ingredient's density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 38.1 ounces of olive oil
- Convert ounces to grams: 38.1 × 28.35 = 1,080.12g
- 1 cup of olive oil = 216g
- 1,080.12g ÷ 216g/cup = 5.00 cups
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.
Olive Oil at Different Amounts
How olive oil scales across common ounces measurements. Your amount (38.1 ounces) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Olive Oil
| Ounces | US Cups | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 ounce | 0.13 cups | 0.12 cups | 0.11 cups |
| 2 ounces | 0.26 cups | 0.25 cups | 0.22 cups |
| 3 ounces | 0.39 cups | 0.37 cups | 0.33 cups |
| 4 ounces | 0.52 cups | 0.50 cups | 0.44 cups |
| 5 ounces | 0.66 cups | 0.62 cups | 0.55 cups |
| 6 ounces | 0.79 cups | 0.75 cups | 0.66 cups |
| 8 ounces | 1.05 cups | 0.99 cup | 0.87 cups |
| 10 ounces | 1.31 cups | 1.24 cups | 1.09 cups |
| 12 ounces | 1.57 cups | 1.49 cups | 1.31 cups |
| 16 ounces | 2.10 cups | 1.99 cups | 1.75 cups |
| 38.1 ounces | 5.00 cups | 4.73 cups | 4.16 cups |
Understanding the Units
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.
What is a Cup?
In US cooking, a cup measures volume, not weight. One standard US cup holds 236.588 ml of liquid. Because different ingredients have different densities, a cup of one ingredient can weigh very differently from a cup of another.