Canadian Cups
Abbreviation/Symbol:
cup (ca)
Worldwide use:
Canadian cups are a unit of volume commonly used in Canada for measuring liquid ingredients in recipes.
Definition:
The Canadian cup is equivalent to 250 milliliters or 8.45 fluid ounces. This measurement is slightly larger than the standard metric cup, which is 240 milliliters or 8.12 fluid ounces.
Origin:
The origin of the Canadian cup can be traced back to the traditional British imperial system of measurements, which was used in Canada prior to the country's adoption of the metric system in the 1970s.
Usage context:
Canadian cups are a unit of volume commonly used in Canada for measuring liquid ingredients in recipes. This unit of measurement is often used in cooking and baking to provide precise measurements for ingredients such as water, milk, oil, and other liquids.