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Milliliters to Deciliters Converter

Convert milliliters to deciliters and liters

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๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ All calculations are based on Danish rules, rates, and currency (DKK). This calculator is translated for convenience but applies exclusively to Denmark.

Milliliters to Deciliters Converter

Easily convert milliliters to deciliters and liters. This calculator is useful when converting between the most common volume measures in the kitchen.

Conversion ratios

1 dl = 100 ml. 1 liter = 10 dl = 1,000 ml. These are exact conversions as both are metric units. A standard Scandinavian cup is 2.5 dl = 250 ml.

Common ml measures in the kitchen

A tablespoon is 15 ml. A teaspoon is 5 ml. A standard drinking glass is about 200-250 ml.

International comparison

International recipes often use cups: 1 US cup = 236.6 ml. 1 UK cup = 284 ml. Many US recipes use fluid ounces: 1 fl oz = 29.6 ml.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many ml is 1 dl?

1 dl is exactly 100 ml. Deci- means one tenth, so a deciliter is one tenth of a liter. Since a liter is 1,000 ml, a deciliter is 100 ml.

How many dl are in a standard cup?

A standard Scandinavian cup is 2.5 dl = 250 ml. A US cup is about 2.37 dl = 236.6 ml. A British cup is about 2.84 dl = 284 ml. Be aware of the difference when following international recipes.

What is the difference between ml and cl?

1 cl (centiliter) = 10 ml. 1 dl = 10 cl = 100 ml. Centiliters are often used for beverages, e.g., 33 cl soda or 75 cl wine. In the kitchen, ml and dl are most commonly used.

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