Convert Liters to Milliliters
1 L = 1000 mL
Conversion Table
| liters (L) | milliliters (mL) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 500 |
| 1 | 1000 |
| 2 | 2000 |
| 5 | 5000 |
| 10 | 10000 |
| 25 | 25000 |
| 50 | 50000 |
| 100 | 100000 |
| 250 | 250000 |
| 500 | 500000 |
| 1000 | 1000000 |
How to Convert liters to milliliters
To convert liters to milliliters, multiply the value by the conversion factor:
For example: 10 L = 10000 mL
About liters and milliliters
The Conversion Formula
To convert liters to milliliters, multiply the value by the conversion factor: 1 L = 1000 mL. For a worked example, suppose you need to convert 25 L to milliliters: 25 × 1000 = 25000 mL. To convert in the opposite direction, divide by 1000, or equivalently multiply by 0.001.
About liters
The liter (L) is the metric system's unit for volume, defined as one cubic decimeter (10 cm x 10 cm x 10 cm). It was introduced in France in 1795 to standardize liquid measurement. Although technically a 'non-SI unit accepted for use with the SI,' it is the most common volume unit worldwide for beverages, fuel, and trade. It bridges the gap between small mL quantities and large cubic meter volumes. liters are commonly used in Soda and water bottles, Fuel tanks (outside US), Engine displacement (e.g., 2.0L engine), and Milk cartons (outside US), Scientific experiments.
A large water bottle is typically 1 liter.
About milliliters
The milliliter (mL) is exactly one cubic centimeter (cc). This 1-to-1 relationship with spatial volume makes it incredibly useful in science and medicine. In healthcare, 'cc' and 'mL' are used interchangeably. It is the global standard for small liquid measurements, from vaccine doses to shampoo bottles. milliliters are commonly used in Medicine dosages, Canned drink volumes, Cooking (metric recipes), and Perfume bottles, Laboratory pipettes.
A standard teaspoon holds about 5 milliliters.
When Would You Convert liters to milliliters?
Converting between liters and milliliters is one of the most common volume conversions. You might need this conversion when working with international specifications, following instructions written for a different measurement system, or comparing values across different standards. Having the conversion factor (1 L = 1000 mL) memorized or bookmarked can save time in professional and everyday contexts alike.