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Meaning of Milliliter

A milliliter is one-thousandth of a liter, used to measure liquid volumes.

In simple words: A milliliter is a small unit of liquid measurement.

Milliliter in a sentence

  • The recipe calls for 100 milliliters of water.
  • You can accurately measure 5 milliliters with a syringe.
  • A milliliter is often used in science experiments.
  • He poured 200 milliliters of juice into the glass.

How to use Milliliter

Use 'milliliter' in cooking or scientific contexts. It's more precise than using 'cup' or 'ounce'.

Grammar pattern

countable noun

Memory hint

Think of a ‘mini-liter’ – a tiny measure of liquid.

Related words

Collocations with Milliliter

  • milliliters of water
  • milliliters per hour
  • milliliters to ounces

Synonyms for Milliliter

  • mL
  • cubic centimeter
  • cc

Common mistakes with Milliliter

  • Confusing milliliters with milligrams – they measure different things.
  • Using 'milliliter' in a singular form when referring to multiple (should be 'milliliters').

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Frequently asked questions about Milliliter

What does Milliliter mean?

A milliliter is a small unit of liquid measurement.

What is the definition of Milliliter?

A milliliter is one-thousandth of a liter, used to measure liquid volumes.

How do you use Milliliter in a sentence?

The recipe calls for 100 milliliters of water.

Can you give another example of Milliliter?

You can accurately measure 5 milliliters with a syringe.

What are synonyms for Milliliter?

Common alternatives include mL, cubic centimeter, cc.

What words go with Milliliter?

It commonly pairs with milliliters of water, milliliters per hour, milliliters to ounces.

What are common mistakes when using Milliliter?

Confusing milliliters with milligrams – they measure different things. Using 'milliliter' in a singular form when referring to multiple (should be 'milliliters').

How do you pronounce Milliliter?

US: //ˈmɪl.ɪˌlit̬.ɚ//, UK: //ˈmɪl.ɪˌliː.tə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Milliliter?

Use 'milliliter' in cooking or scientific contexts. It's more precise than using 'cup' or 'ounce'.