Teaspoons to Tablespoons Converter
Quick Reference
1 tablespoon = 3 teaspoons
- 2 tablespoons = 6 teaspoons
- 3 tablespoons = 9 teaspoons
- 4 tablespoons = 12 teaspoons (¼ cup)
- 8 tablespoons = 24 teaspoons (½ cup)
What is a Tablespoon?
A tablespoon (tbsp) is a unit of volume equal to 3 teaspoons or 1/16 cup. It's commonly used for:
- Measuring recipe ingredients
- Portioning oils and sauces
- Measuring spices and seasonings
- Medicine dosing (in some countries)
Simple Conversion Formula
Converting between teaspoons and tablespoons is straightforward:
Teaspoons to Tablespoons:
Tablespoons = Teaspoons ÷ 3
Tablespoons to Teaspoons:
Teaspoons = Tablespoons × 3
Example: 9 teaspoons = 9 ÷ 3 = 3 tablespoons
Professional Applications
- Baking: Precise measurement of leavening agents
- Seasoning: Consistent spice measurements
- Food Service: Standardized portion control
- Recipe Development: Scaling ingredients
Related Conversions
- 16 tablespoons = 1 cup
- 48 teaspoons = 1 cup
- 2 tablespoons = 1 fluid ounce
- 1 tablespoon = 15 milliliters
Cooking Tips
- Level off spoons with a straight edge
- Use proper measuring spoons, not dining spoons
- For butter: 1 tablespoon = 14.3 grams
- Convert to smaller units when halving recipes
Frequently Asked Questions
How many teaspoons make a tablespoon?
3 teaspoons equals 1 tablespoon. This is a basic cooking measurement conversion.
How many tablespoons is 6 teaspoons?
6 teaspoons equals 2 tablespoons. This is commonly used in recipe scaling.
How many tablespoons is 12 teaspoons?
12 teaspoons equals 4 tablespoons. This is equivalent to 1/4 cup.
How many teaspoons is half a tablespoon?
1.5 teaspoons equals 0.5 tablespoons. This is useful for halving recipes.
How many tablespoons is 9 teaspoons?
9 teaspoons equals 3 tablespoons. This is equivalent to 1/6 cup.