Cup to Tablespoon Converter
Enter the value that you want to convert cup (cup) to tablespoon (tbsp) or tablespoon to cup.Also written as CUP to TBSP conversion.
1 cup = 16.0000000 tablespoon
Formula: tablespoon = cup value × 16.0000000
CUP to TBSP — cup to tablespoon
10 cup = 160.00000 tablespoon
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How Cup Relates to Tablespoon
The Cup Explained
Cup (cup) is a unit of volume measurement. 1 cup is equal to 16.0000000 tablespoon.
The Tablespoon Explained
Tablespoon (tbsp) is a unit of volume measurement. 1 tablespoon is equal to 0.0625000 cup.
Volume Measurement Systems
Volume units are particularly confusing because the US and UK gallons differ (US gallon = 3.785 L, UK gallon = 4.546 L), as do their pints, cups, and fluid ounces. Cooking, fuel economy, beverage production, and pharmaceutical compounding all require precise volume conversions. Laboratory work uses milliliters and liters while US recipes specify cups, tablespoons, and fluid ounces.
cup to tablespoon metric conversion table
| 0.01 cup | = | 0.16000 tbsp |
| 0.1 cup | = | 1.60000 tbsp |
| 1 cup | = | 16.00000 tbsp |
| 2 cup | = | 32.00000 tbsp |
| 3 cup | = | 48.00000 tbsp |
| 4 cup | = | 64.00000 tbsp |
| 5 cup | = | 80.00000 tbsp |
| 6 cup | = | 96.00000 tbsp |
| 7 cup | = | 112.00000 tbsp |
| 8 cup | = | 128.00000 tbsp |
| 9 cup | = | 144.00000 tbsp |
| 10 cup | = | 160.00000 tbsp |
| 11 cup | = | 176.00000 tbsp |
| 12 cup | = | 192.00000 tbsp |
| 13 cup | = | 208.00000 tbsp |
| 14 cup | = | 224.00000 tbsp |
| 15 cup | = | 240.00000 tbsp |
| 16 cup | = | 256.00000 tbsp |
| 17 cup | = | 272.00000 tbsp |
| 18 cup | = | 288.00000 tbsp |
| 19 cup | = | 304.00000 tbsp |
| 20 cup | = | 320.00000 tbsp |
| 30 cup | = | 480.00000 tbsp |
| 40 cup | = | 640.00000 tbsp |
| 50 cup | = | 800.00000 tbsp |
| 60 cup | = | 960.00000 tbsp |
| 70 cup | = | 1120.00000 tbsp |
| 80 cup | = | 1280.00000 tbsp |
| 90 cup | = | 1440.00000 tbsp |
| 100 cup | = | 1600.00000 tbsp |
| 200 cup | = | 3200.00000 tbsp |
| 300 cup | = | 4799.99999 tbsp |
| 400 cup | = | 6399.99999 tbsp |
| 500 cup | = | 7999.99999 tbsp |
| 600 cup | = | 9599.99999 tbsp |
| 700 cup | = | 11199.99999 tbsp |
| 800 cup | = | 12799.99998 tbsp |
| 900 cup | = | 14399.99998 tbsp |
| 1000 cup | = | 15999.99998 tbsp |
How to Convert CUP to TBSP (Cup to Tablespoon)?
We can convert cup to tablespoon by using an example.
Example:
Convert 20 Cup to Tablespoon?
We know 1 Cup = 16.0000000 tablespoon; 1 Tablespoon = 0.0625000 cup.
20 cup = ___tbsp
20 × 16.0000000 = 320.00000 tbsp (we know 1 cup = 16.0000000 tablespoon)
Answer:
20 cup = 320.00000 tablespoon
How to Convert Cups to Tablespoons (Step-by-Step)
Converting cups to tablespoons is essential when scaling recipes down or when you need precise small measurements. Since 1 US cup = 16 tablespoons, this simple multiplication handles most kitchen conversion needs.
- Write down the measurement in cups (convert mixed numbers to decimals if needed).
- Multiply the cup value by 16.
- The result is the number of tablespoons.
- For fractions of a tablespoon, multiply the decimal by 3 to get teaspoons.
Cups to Tablespoons Quick Reference
Standard cup measurements expressed in tablespoons for precise kitchen scaling:
| Cup | Tablespoon |
|---|---|
| ⅛ cup | 2 tbsp |
| ¼ cup | 4 tbsp |
| ⅓ cup | 5⅓ tbsp |
| ½ cup | 8 tbsp |
| ⅔ cup | 10⅔ tbsp |
| ¾ cup | 12 tbsp |
| 1 cup | 16 tbsp |
| 1½ cups | 24 tbsp |
Solved Examples: Cups to Tablespoons
Question 1: A recipe needs ⅔ cup of honey. How many tablespoons?
Solution:
Tablespoons = cups × 16
= ⅔ × 16
= 10.67 tablespoons
Answer: ⅔ cup = 10⅔ tablespoons (or 10 tablespoons + 2 teaspoons).
Question 2: Convert 2¼ cups of sugar to tablespoons.
Solution:
Tablespoons = 2.25 × 16
= 36 tablespoons
Answer: 2¼ cups = 36 tablespoons.
Question 3: You want to make ⅓ of a recipe that calls for 1 cup of oil. How many tablespoons?
Solution:
⅓ of 1 cup = ⅓ cup
Tablespoons = ⅓ × 16 = 5.33 tablespoons
Answer: ⅓ cup = 5⅓ tablespoons (5 tablespoons + 1 teaspoon).
Practice Questions
Try solving these on your own to test your understanding:
- How many tablespoons in ⅝ cup? (Answer: 10 tbsp)
- Convert 3 cups to tablespoons. (Answer: 48 tbsp)
- How many tablespoons is ⅕ cup? (Answer: 3.2 tbsp ≈ 3 tbsp + ½ tsp)
- A recipe calls for 1⅛ cups. Express in tablespoons. (Answer: 18 tbsp)
- Convert ¾ cup of maple syrup to tablespoons. (Answer: 12 tbsp)
Recipe Scaling Made Easy
When cutting a recipe to ⅓ or ¼ of the original, cups become unwieldy fractions. Converting to tablespoons first makes the math practical: ¼ of ¾ cup sounds difficult, but ¼ of 12 tablespoons = 3 tablespoons — easy to measure precisely. This technique is especially valuable for reducing recipes meant to serve 12 down to serve 2 or 3.
Measuring Sticky Ingredients
For sticky ingredients like peanut butter, molasses, or honey, tablespoons are often easier to measure than cups because you can level them off cleanly. To release sticky ingredients from a tablespoon, dip the spoon in hot water first or spray with cooking oil. Many recipes intentionally specify tablespoons for these ingredients to improve measurement accuracy.
Key Takeaways
- Multiply cups by 16 to get tablespoons.
- Key conversions: ¼ cup = 4 tbsp, ½ cup = 8 tbsp, 1 cup = 16 tbsp.
- For fractional tablespoons: 1 tablespoon = 3 teaspoons.
- Converting to tablespoons makes recipe scaling math much simpler.
- Sticky ingredients are often easier to measure with tablespoons than cups.
- 1 tablespoon = 14.787 mL = 0.5 fluid ounces.
Cup to Tablespoon Conversion Formula
tablespoon = cup × 16.0000000
1 cup = 16.0000000 tablespoon
1 tablespoon = 0.0625000 cup
Reverse: cup = tablespoon × 0.0625000
Frequently Asked Questions
How many tablespoon are in 1 cup?
There are 16.0000000 tablespoon in 1 cup. To convert cup to tablespoon, multiply the value by 16.0000000.
How do I convert cup to tablespoon?
Multiply your cup value by 16.0000000 to get the equivalent in tablespoon. For example, 5 cup = 5 × 16.0000000 = 80.00000 tablespoon.
How do I convert tablespoon to cup?
Multiply your tablespoon value by 0.0625000 to get the equivalent in cup. Alternatively, divide by 16.0000000.
What is 10 cup in tablespoon?
10 cup is equal to 160.00000 tablespoon.
What is 100 cup in tablespoon?
100 cup is equal to 1600.00000 tablespoon.