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UK/["/ˈliːtə(r)/"]/US/["/ˈliːtər/"]/

Meaning of Liter

a unit for measuring volume, equal to 1.76 British pints or 2.11 American pints

In simple words: A unit to measure liquid volume; one liter is equal to 1,000 milliliters.

Liter in a sentence

  • I need three liters of water for the recipe.
  • The bottle holds one liter of soda.
  • How many liters are in a gallon?

How to use Liter

Used commonly in everyday contexts when measuring liquids. It's important in cooking, science, and when buying drinks. In some countries, it is the standard measurement for liquids.

Grammar pattern

standalone measurement

Memory hint

Think of 'liters' as 'liquid liters' - they are often used in drinks.

Related words

Collocations with Liter

  • one liter
  • two liters
  • liter bottle

Synonyms for Liter

Opposites of Liter

  • imperial gallon
  • US gallon

Common mistakes with Liter

  • Confused with 'liter' vs 'litre' - the latter is British English.
  • Using 'liters' as a singular form.
  • Omitting the measurement context when stating 'liter'.

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Frequently asked questions about Liter

What does Liter mean?

A unit to measure liquid volume; one liter is equal to 1,000 milliliters.

What is the definition of Liter?

a unit for measuring volume, equal to 1.76 British pints or 2.11 American pints

How do you use Liter in a sentence?

I need three liters of water for the recipe.

Can you give another example of Liter?

The bottle holds one liter of soda.

What are synonyms for Liter?

Common alternatives include l, litre, measuring unit.

What is the opposite of Liter?

Opposite meanings include imperial gallon, US gallon.

What words go with Liter?

It commonly pairs with one liter, two liters, liter bottle.

What are common mistakes when using Liter?

Confused with 'liter' vs 'litre' - the latter is British English. Using 'liters' as a singular form. Omitting the measurement context when stating 'liter'.

How do you pronounce Liter?

US: /["/ˈliːtər/"]/, UK: /["/ˈliːtə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Liter?

Used commonly in everyday contexts when measuring liquids. It's important in cooking, science, and when buying drinks. In some countries, it is the standard measurement for liquids.

What CEFR level is Liter?

"Liter" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.