Centilitre

usgb/ˈsentɪliːtər/
noun

A unit used for measuring volume, it's equal to one hundredth of a litre.

This juice bottle has a capacity of 50 centilitres.
Visual representation of "centilitre" - A unit used for measuring volume, it's equal to one hundredth of a litre.

Often appears as...

  • centilitre of liquid
  • centilitre measurement

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Metric System

Centilitre is part of the metric system, which is used worldwide for scientific and common measures.

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The recipe requires 75 centilitres of milk.
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Small Quantities

Centilitres are best for measuring small amounts of liquid, like in cooking or some beverages.

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Add 20 centilitres of cream to the mixture.
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Conversion Knowledge

Knowing how to convert to and from centilitres helps in understanding recipes or instructions from different countries.

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Convert the 2 liters into centilitres for easier measurement.
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