Pint

Pint

A pint is a unit of volume or capacity in both the imperial and United States customary measurement systems. It is used to measure both liquid and dry goods, although the exact measurements can vary depending on the specific system and country in use.

Definition

In the United States, a pint is equal to 16 fluid ounces, or approximately 473 milliliters. In the United Kingdom, a pint is equal to 20 fluid ounces, or approximately 568 milliliters.

Usage

Pints are commonly used in daily life, particularly in the context of serving sizes for beverages such as beer and milk. They are also used in cooking and baking recipes, especially in the United States and United Kingdom.

History

The word "pint" comes from the Old French word "pinte", which in turn is derived from the Latin word "picta", meaning "painted". This refers to the painted lines or markings that were used on the sides of containers to indicate their capacity.

See also

• Fluid ounce
• Imperial system
• United States customary units

External links

• Convert Pints to Ounces

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Pint

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  A full pint glass

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  Imperial pint (568ml) cans in the UK

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  Pabst Blue Ribbon

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  US dry pint of blueberries

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