3 cup equals 48 tablespoon (Tbsp).
To convert 3 cups into tablespoons, you need to multiply the number of cups by 16, because 1 cup contains 16 tablespoons. So, 3 cups times 16 gives 48 tablespoons. This calculation is based on standard US measurement units for cooking.
Conversion Result
3 cup is equal to 48 tbsp.
Conversion Tool
Result in tbsp:
Conversion Formula
The conversion from cups to tablespoons uses the formula: tablespoons = cups × 16. This works because a single cup holds exactly 16 tablespoons, according to standard measurements used in cooking and baking. So, multiplying the cups by 16 gives the total tablespoons.
For example, converting 2.5 cups: 2.5 × 16 = 40, so 2.5 cups equals 40 tablespoons. This simple multiplication makes it easy to switch between the two units quickly.
Conversion Example
- Convert 4 cups to tbsp:
- Step 1: Write down the number of cups: 4
- Step 2: Multiply by 16: 4 × 16
- Step 3: Calculate: 64
- Answer: 4 cups equals 64 tablespoons.
- Convert 1.5 cups to tbsp:
- Step 1: Cups: 1.5
- Step 2: Multiply by 16: 1.5 × 16
- Step 3: Calculate: 24
- Answer: 1.5 cups equals 24 tablespoons.
- Convert 0.75 cups to tbsp:
- Step 1: Cups: 0.75
- Step 2: Multiply by 16: 0.75 × 16
- Step 3: Calculate: 12
- Answer: 0.75 cups equals 12 tablespoons.
Conversion Chart
| Cups | Tablespoons (Tbsp) |
|---|---|
| -22.0 | -352.0 |
| -20.0 | -320.0 |
| -18.0 | -288.0 |
| -16.0 | -256.0 |
| -14.0 | -224.0 |
| -12.0 | -192.0 |
| -10.0 | -160.0 |
| -8.0 | -128.0 |
| -6.0 | -96.0 |
| -4.0 | -64.0 |
| -2.0 | -32.0 |
| 0.0 | 0.0 |
| 2.0 | 32.0 |
| 4.0 | 64.0 |
| 6.0 | 96.0 |
| 8.0 | 128.0 |
| 10.0 | 160.0 |
| 12.0 | 192.0 |
| 14.0 | 224.0 |
| 16.0 | 256.0 |
| 18.0 | 288.0 |
| 20.0 | 320.0 |
| 22.0 | 352.0 |
| 24.0 | 384.0 |
| 26.0 | 416.0 |
| 28.0 | 448.0 |
This chart helps to quickly find conversion results for a range of cups into tablespoons, making it useful for quick reference when cooking or baking.
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Conversion Definitions
Cup
A cup is a unit of volume measurement used primarily in cooking, equal to 8 fluid ounces in the US customary system, or approximately 237 milliliters. It’s a standard measure for ingredients like liquids, flour, and sugar in recipes.
Tablespoon (Tbsp)
A tablespoon is a smaller volume measurement, with 16 tablespoons making up one cup. It equals 3 teaspoons, approximately 14.79 milliliters in the US system, and is used for measuring small quantities of ingredients like spices or liquids.
Conversion FAQs
Why is the conversion factor 16 for cups to tablespoons?
The factor 16 comes from the fact that 1 US cup contains exactly 16 tablespoons, a standard in American measurement systems. This fixed ratio makes conversions straightforward, especially in cooking where precise measurements matter.
Can I use this conversion for metric cups and tablespoons?
Not directly, because metric cups and tablespoons have different sizes. The conversion discussed applies specifically to US customary units. For metric, 1 cup is about 250 ml, and 1 tablespoon is roughly 15 ml, which changes the conversion ratio.
What if I need to convert from tablespoons back to cups?
To convert tablespoons to cups, divide the number of tablespoons by 16. For example, 32 tbsp divided by 16 equals 2 cups. This reverse calculation helps when you measure in tablespoons but need cups for recipes.