
Litre
Volume Measurement
Used to measure liquids or substances that can be poured, like grains or sand.

Please buy a litre of olive oil for the salad.
Everyday Use
Commonly used in cooking, at the gas station, and for measuring drink volumes.

The recipe calls for three litres of broth.
Metric Understanding
Part of the metric system, so it's not used in countries that employ the imperial system, such as the USA.

Most countries sell soda in two-litre bottles.
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