1 tablespoon equals 0.0625 cups.
When converting tablespoons to cups, it is useful to know that 1 cup contains 16 tablespoons. So dividing 1 tablespoon by 16 gives the amount in cups.
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Result in cup:
Conversion Formula
The conversion formula from tablespoon (tbsp) to cup is:
cups = tablespoons ÷ 16.
This works because a standard US cup is equal to 16 tablespoons. So to convert tablespoons to cups, you divide the number of tablespoons by 16. For example, if you have 1 tablespoon:
- Start with 1 tablespoon.
- Divide 1 by 16.
- 1 ÷ 16 = 0.0625 cups.
This formula applies directly to any tablespoon value to get its equivalent in cups.
Conversion Example
- 5 tablespoons:
- Start with 5 tablespoons.
- Divide 5 by 16.
- 5 ÷ 16 = 0.3125 cups.
- 10 tablespoons:
- Start with 10 tablespoons.
- Divide 10 by 16.
- 10 ÷ 16 = 0.625 cups.
- 20 tablespoons:
- Start with 20 tablespoons.
- Divide 20 by 16.
- 20 ÷ 16 = 1.25 cups.
- 3.5 tablespoons:
- Start with 3.5 tablespoons.
- Divide 3.5 by 16.
- 3.5 ÷ 16 = 0.21875 cups.
Conversion Chart
This table shows the conversion from tablespoon to cup for values ranging from -24.0 to 26.0. Negative values might be used in some calculations involving subtraction or adjustments.
| Tablespoons | Cups |
|---|---|
| -24.0 | -1.5000 |
| -20.0 | -1.2500 |
| -16.0 | -1.0000 |
| -12.0 | -0.7500 |
| -8.0 | -0.5000 |
| -4.0 | -0.2500 |
| 0.0 | 0.0000 |
| 2.0 | 0.1250 |
| 4.0 | 0.2500 |
| 6.0 | 0.3750 |
| 8.0 | 0.5000 |
| 10.0 | 0.6250 |
| 12.0 | 0.7500 |
| 14.0 | 0.8750 |
| 16.0 | 1.0000 |
| 18.0 | 1.1250 |
| 20.0 | 1.2500 |
| 22.0 | 1.3750 |
| 24.0 | 1.5000 |
| 26.0 | 1.6250 |
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Conversion Definitions
Tablespoon: A tablespoon is a unit of volume commonly used in cooking and food preparation. In the US, 1 tablespoon equals 14.7868 milliliters. It is often used for measuring small amounts of liquid or dry ingredients, such as spices or sauces, in recipes.
Cup: A cup is a measuring unit for volume, widely used in cooking. In the US, 1 cup equals 236.588 milliliters. Cups are used to measure both liquid and dry ingredients, providing a convenient size for many recipe quantities and cooking portions.
Conversion FAQs
Why do I divide by 16 to convert tablespoons to cups?
Because 1 cup contains 16 tablespoons in the US customary system. Dividing tablespoons by 16 scales the smaller unit up to the cup size correctly, converting the measurement accurately.
Can tablespoon to cup conversion change based on ingredient?
Tablespoons and cups measure volume, but ingredient density affects weight. So, while volume conversions stay the same, the weight equivalent of 1 tablespoon or 1 cup varies per ingredient due to density differences.
Is this conversion valid worldwide?
The tablespoon and cup sizes can vary by country. The US uses 16 tablespoons per cup, but other countries might have different standards, so conversions should be checked if using non-US measurements.
What if I need to convert tablespoons to cups for a large quantity?
Simply multiply the tablespoons by the conversion factor (1/16) for any quantity. For large numbers, using a calculator or conversion tool helps avoid errors.
Can I use this conversion for dry and liquid ingredients?
Yes, tablespoons and cups are volume units and convert the same way. But results in weight will differ depending on ingredient type and moisture content.