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1 Cup Water in Grams — Conversion Guide

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1 cup water = 237g (8.4 oz)

1/2 cup = 119g | 1/3 cup = 79g | 1/4 cup = 59g

Overview

1 cup of water equals 237 grams (8.4 oz). Quick and accurate conversion for cooking and baking recipes.

Key Details

  • 1 cup water = 237g (8.4 oz)
  • 1/2 cup = 119g | 1/3 cup = 79g | 1/4 cup = 59g
  • Density: 1.00 g/ml

Why This Matters

  • Water is a commonly measured ingredient in recipes
  • US recipes use cups while most countries use grams
  • Weight measurements are more accurate than volume
  • Density of water affects cup-to-gram conversion

How To

  1. 1Use a kitchen scale for the most accurate measurement
  2. 2If using cups, spoon ingredient into cup and level off
  3. 3Don't pack unless the recipe specifies "packed"
  4. 4For baking, weighing ingredients gives more consistent results
  5. 5Different brands may vary slightly in density

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Frequently Asked Questions

1 cup of water equals 237 grams (8.4 oz).