The difference between a cup and a cup
First, the meaning is different.
1.a cup meaning: one cup; A cup of tea; The tea is full
2. A glass means a glass.
Second, the usage is different.
1.a cup usage: it is a countable noun, plural form. Often refers to a porcelain cup with a handle and no feet, used for drinking tea, milk, coffee, etc. Sometimes it can also be called "trophy". It can have no handle or one or two handles.
Example:
Me? Is it okay? Do what? With what? Answer? Cup? Yes? Tea.
I need a cup of tea.
2. usage of 2.a glass: it basically refers to "glass", and it can also refer to utensils made of glass, such as "glass" or "the amount of a cup". Glass also refers to glasses, mirrors, telescopes, glass covers and barometers.
Example:
Me? Down? We? Answer? Glass? Yes? Sherry. ?
I poured everyone a glass of sherry.
Third, the emphasis is different.
1.a cup emphasizes that the solution of "the amount of a cup" is often followed by a phrase preposition.
2. Key points of a cup: Making a "glass" solution can sometimes be used as an attribute in a sentence.