What is a tablespoon?

tbsp volume unit

Definition

A tablespoon (tbsp) is a volume unit equal to 14.79 milliliters. There are 16 tablespoons in one US cup.

When to Use tablespoons

Tablespoons are perfect for measuring small amounts of liquids, oils, honey, and spices.

1 tablespoon equals

  • 0.06 cup (cup)
  • 3 teaspoon (tsp)
  • 14.8 milliliter (ml)
  • 0.50 fluid ounce (fl oz)

How Much Does 1 tablespoon Weigh?

Weight varies by ingredient density:

Ingredient Weight (g)
All-purpose flour 7.5 g
Granulated sugar 12.5 g
Brown sugar 13.8 g
Butter 14.2 g
Honey 21.3 g
Milk 15.3 g

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