Milliliters (mL) to Centiliters (cL) Conversion
Milliliters
The millilitre is a unit of volume equal to one thousandth of a litre, or exactly one cubic centimetre (1 cm³). It is the standard unit for small liquid volumes in medicine, pharmacy, and laboratory science. One millilitre of water at 4 °C has a mass of exactly 1 gram, making the millilitre and gram functionally interchangeable for dilute aqueous solutions.
Centiliters
The centilitre is a unit of volume equal to one hundredth of a litre (10 mL), used primarily in Europe for expressing beverage servings and wine bottle volumes. A standard wine glass serving in European restaurants is typically 12.5 cL, and spirits are commonly served in 2.5 or 5 cL measures. The centilitre is rarely used in scientific contexts, where millilitres and litres are preferred.
| Milliliters (mL) | Centiliters (cL) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 mL | 0.01 cL |
| 1 mL | 0.10 cL |
| 2 mL | 0.20 cL |
| 3 mL | 0.30 cL |
| 5 mL | 0.50 cL |
| 10 mL | 1.00 cL |
| 20 mL | 2.00 cL |
| 30 mL | 3.00 cL |
| 50 mL | 5.00 cL |
| 100 mL | 10.00 cL |
| 1000 mL | 100.00 cL |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How many centiliters are in 1 milliliters?
1 milliliters (mL) is exactly 0.1 centiliters (cL).
How do I convert milliliters to centiliters?
Multiply the value in milliliters by 0.1 to get the result in centiliters. Or use the converter above — type any number and see the result instantly.