How Much Is 5.01 Ounces of Water in Cups?
5.01 ounces of water equals 0.60 cups. That's 142.03g, and Water has a density of 236.59g 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 5.01 ounces of water
- Convert ounces to grams: 5.01 × 28.35 = 142.03g
- 1 cup of water = 236.59g
- 142.03g ÷ 236.59g/cup = 0.60 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.
Water at Different Amounts
How water scales across common ounces measurements. Your amount (5.01 ounces) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Water
| Ounces | US Cups | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 ounce | 0.12 cups | 0.11 cups | 0.10 cups |
| 2 ounces | 0.24 cups | 0.23 cups | 0.20 cups |
| 3 ounces | 0.36 cups | 0.34 cups | 0.30 cups |
| 4 ounces | 0.48 cups | 0.45 cups | 0.40 cups |
| 5 ounces | 0.60 cups | 0.57 cups | 0.50 cups |
| 5.01 ounces | 0.60 cups | 0.57 cups | 0.50 cups |
| 6 ounces | 0.72 cups | 0.68 cups | 0.60 cups |
| 8 ounces | 0.96 cups | 0.91 cups | 0.80 cups |
| 10 ounces | 1.20 cups | 1.13 cups | 1.00 cup |
| 12 ounces | 1.44 cups | 1.36 cups | 1.20 cups |
| 16 ounces | 1.92 cups | 1.81 cups | 1.60 cups |
Understanding the Units
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.
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.