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Teaspoons to Tablespoons Converter

Convert teaspoons to tablespoons and tablespoons to teaspoons instantly. Bidirectional cooking measurement converter.

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6 tsp = 2 tbsp

tbsp = tsp × 0.333333

Teaspoons to Tablespoons: 1 tsp equals 0.333333 tbsp. To convert teaspoons to tablespoons, multiply by 0.333333 (tbsp = tsp × 0.333333). For example, 10 tsp = 3.33333 tbsp.

How to Convert Teaspoons to Tablespoons

To convert from teaspoons to tablespoons, multiply the value by 0.333333. The conversion is linear, meaning doubling the input doubles the output.

Conversion Formula

  • Teaspoons to Tablespoons: tbsp = tsp × 0.333333
  • Tablespoons to Teaspoons: tsp = tbsp ÷ 0.333333

Teaspoons to Tablespoons Conversion Chart

Teaspoons (tsp)Tablespoons (tbsp)
0.10.033333
0.250.083333
0.50.166666
10.333333
20.666666
30.999999
51.666665
103.33333
206.66666
258.333325
5016.66665
10033.3333
25083.33325
1000333.333

Understanding the Units

What is a Teaspoon?

The US teaspoon equals exactly 4.92892159375 milliliters, or one third of a tablespoon.

Common contexts: cooking (US), medicine dosing.

What is a Tablespoon?

The US tablespoon equals exactly 14.7867647825 milliliters, or three teaspoons.

Common contexts: cooking (US).

How to Convert Teaspoons to Tablespoons

To convert teaspoons to tablespoons, divide by 3. One US tablespoon contains exactly 3 US teaspoons. This is one of the simplest kitchen conversions and comes up frequently when scaling recipes up or down.

Conversion Formula

  • Teaspoons to Tablespoons: tbsp = tsp × 0.333333
  • Tablespoons to Teaspoons: tsp = tbsp ÷ 0.333333

Common Conversions

TeaspoonsTablespoons
1.50.5
31
4.51.5
62
93
124
186

Quick Kitchen Reference

When halving or doubling recipes, remember: 3 tsp = 1 tbsp, 2 tbsp = 1 fl oz, and 16 tbsp = 1 cup. For dry ingredients like baking powder or salt, level the spoon with a straight edge for accuracy.

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FAQ

How many teaspoons are in a tablespoon?

There are exactly 3 teaspoons in 1 US tablespoon. So 1 teaspoon equals 1/3 of a tablespoon.

How do I convert teaspoons to tablespoons?

Divide the number of teaspoons by 3, or multiply by 0.333333. For example, 6 teaspoons ÷ 3 = 2 tablespoons.

Is a tablespoon the same worldwide?

No. A US tablespoon is 14.787 mL, while an Australian tablespoon is 20 mL. UK tablespoons historically varied but are now typically 15 mL. This converter uses US tablespoons.

How many teaspoons are in a cup?

There are 48 US teaspoons in one US cup (16 tablespoons per cup × 3 teaspoons per tablespoon).

How many tablespoons are in 1 teaspoon?

1 tsp equals 0.333333 tbsp.

How do you convert teaspoons to tablespoons?

Multiply the teaspoon value by 0.333333. Formula: tbsp = tsp × 0.333333.

How many tablespoons are in 5 teaspoons?

5 tsp = 1.666665 tbsp.

How do you convert tablespoons back to teaspoons?

Use the inverse formula: tsp = tbsp ÷ 0.333333. For example, 1 tbsp = 3.000003 tsp.

What is the difference between Teaspoon and Tablespoon?

The US teaspoon equals exactly 4.92892159375 milliliters, or one third of a tablespoon. The US tablespoon equals exactly 14.7867647825 milliliters, or three teaspoons.