Tablespoon to Cup Converter
Enter the value that you want to convert tablespoon (tbsp) to cup (cup) or cup to tablespoon.Also written as TBSP to CUP conversion.
1 tablespoon = 0.0625000 cup
Formula: cup = tablespoon value × 0.0625000
TBSP to CUP — tablespoon to cup
10 tablespoon = 0.62500 cup
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Converting Tablespoon to Cup
The Tablespoon Explained
Tablespoon (tbsp) is a unit of volume measurement. 1 tablespoon is equal to 0.0625000 cup.
The Cup Explained
Cup (cup) is a unit of volume measurement. 1 cup is equal to 16.0000000 tablespoon.
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.
tablespoon to cup metric conversion table
| 0.01 tbsp | = | 0.00063 cup |
| 0.1 tbsp | = | 0.00625 cup |
| 1 tbsp | = | 0.06250 cup |
| 2 tbsp | = | 0.12500 cup |
| 3 tbsp | = | 0.18750 cup |
| 4 tbsp | = | 0.25000 cup |
| 5 tbsp | = | 0.31250 cup |
| 6 tbsp | = | 0.37500 cup |
| 7 tbsp | = | 0.43750 cup |
| 8 tbsp | = | 0.50000 cup |
| 9 tbsp | = | 0.56250 cup |
| 10 tbsp | = | 0.62500 cup |
| 11 tbsp | = | 0.68750 cup |
| 12 tbsp | = | 0.75000 cup |
| 13 tbsp | = | 0.81250 cup |
| 14 tbsp | = | 0.87500 cup |
| 15 tbsp | = | 0.93750 cup |
| 16 tbsp | = | 1.00000 cup |
| 17 tbsp | = | 1.06250 cup |
| 18 tbsp | = | 1.12500 cup |
| 19 tbsp | = | 1.18750 cup |
| 20 tbsp | = | 1.25000 cup |
| 30 tbsp | = | 1.87500 cup |
| 40 tbsp | = | 2.50000 cup |
| 50 tbsp | = | 3.12500 cup |
| 60 tbsp | = | 3.75000 cup |
| 70 tbsp | = | 4.37500 cup |
| 80 tbsp | = | 5.00000 cup |
| 90 tbsp | = | 5.62500 cup |
| 100 tbsp | = | 6.25000 cup |
| 200 tbsp | = | 12.50000 cup |
| 300 tbsp | = | 18.75000 cup |
| 400 tbsp | = | 25.00000 cup |
| 500 tbsp | = | 31.25000 cup |
| 600 tbsp | = | 37.50000 cup |
| 700 tbsp | = | 43.75000 cup |
| 800 tbsp | = | 50.00000 cup |
| 900 tbsp | = | 56.25000 cup |
| 1000 tbsp | = | 62.50000 cup |
How to Convert TBSP to CUP (Tablespoon to Cup)?
We can convert tablespoon to cup by using an example.
Example:
Convert 20 Tablespoon to Cup?
We know 1 Tablespoon = 0.0625000 cup; 1 Cup = 16.0000000 tablespoon.
20 tablespoon = ___cup
20 × 0.0625000 = 1.25000 cup (we know 1 tablespoon = 0.0625000 cup)
Answer:
20 tablespoon = 1.25000 cup
How to Convert Tablespoons to Cups (Step-by-Step)
There are exactly 16 tablespoons in 1 US cup. This conversion is one of the most commonly needed in baking, especially when scaling recipes up or down or when your cup measure is unavailable.
- Write down the number of tablespoons.
- Divide the tablespoon value by 16.
- The result is the equivalent in cups.
- Express as a fraction if possible (e.g., 4 tbsp = ¼ cup).
Tablespoons to Cups Conversion Chart
Essential baking reference showing tablespoon-to-cup equivalents:
| Tablespoon | Cup |
|---|---|
| 2 tbsp | ⅛ cup |
| 4 tbsp | ¼ cup |
| 5⅓ tbsp | ⅓ cup |
| 8 tbsp | ½ cup |
| 10⅔ tbsp | ⅔ cup |
| 12 tbsp | ¾ cup |
| 16 tbsp | 1 cup |
| 32 tbsp | 2 cups |
Solved Examples: Tablespoons to Cups
Question 1: A recipe calls for 6 tablespoons of butter. Express in cups.
Solution:
Cups = tablespoons ÷ 16
= 6 ÷ 16
= 0.375 cups = ⅜ cup
Answer: 6 tablespoons = ⅜ cup.
Question 2: You need 10 tablespoons of sugar. How many cups?
Solution:
Cups = 10 ÷ 16
= 0.625 cups = ⅝ cup
Answer: 10 tablespoons = ⅝ cup (or ½ cup + 2 tablespoons).
Question 3: Convert 24 tablespoons of flour to cups.
Solution:
Cups = 24 ÷ 16
= 1.5 cups
Answer: 24 tablespoons = 1½ cups.
Practice Questions
Try solving these on your own to test your understanding:
- How many cups is 14 tablespoons? (Answer: ⅞ cup)
- Convert 20 tablespoons to cups. (Answer: 1¼ cups)
- A sauce needs 3 tablespoons of oil. Express as a fraction of a cup. (Answer: 3/16 cup)
- How many cups is 48 tablespoons? (Answer: 3 cups)
- Convert 7 tablespoons to cups. (Answer: 7/16 cup ≈ 0.4375 cups)
Halving and Doubling Recipes Using Tablespoons
When halving a recipe that calls for ¼ cup, it is easier to think in tablespoons: ¼ cup = 4 tablespoons, so half = 2 tablespoons. Similarly, half of ⅓ cup (5⅓ tbsp) is 2⅔ tablespoons. For doubling: 1 cup = 16 tbsp, doubled = 32 tbsp = 2 cups. This mental math with tablespoons avoids awkward fraction-of-a-fraction calculations.
Butter Measurement Shortcut
In the US, butter sticks are pre-marked with tablespoon lines. One standard stick = 8 tablespoons = ½ cup = 4 oz = 113 g. Half a stick = 4 tablespoons = ¼ cup. This makes butter one of the easiest ingredients to measure in tablespoons-to-cups conversions without needing a measuring cup at all.
Tablespoon Sizes Around the World
The US tablespoon (14.787 mL) differs from the Australian tablespoon (20 mL) and the UK tablespoon (15 mL). This means the 16-tablespoons-per-cup rule applies only to US measurements. An Australian recipe calling for 4 tablespoons would equal 80 mL, not the 59 mL you would get with US tablespoons. Always check the recipe origin before converting.
Key Takeaways
- 16 US tablespoons = 1 US cup (exactly).
- Key fractions: 4 tbsp = ¼ cup, 8 tbsp = ½ cup, 12 tbsp = ¾ cup.
- 1 tablespoon = 14.787 mL = 3 teaspoons.
- Butter sticks are pre-marked: 1 stick = 8 tbsp = ½ cup.
- Australian tablespoons (20 mL) are larger than US (14.787 mL).
- When halving recipes, convert cups to tablespoons first for easier math.
Tablespoon to Cup Conversion Formula
cup = tablespoon × 0.0625000
1 tablespoon = 0.0625000 cup
1 cup = 16.0000000 tablespoon
Reverse: tablespoon = cup × 16.0000000
Frequently Asked Questions
How many cup are in 1 tablespoon?
There are 0.0625000 cup in 1 tablespoon. To convert tablespoon to cup, multiply the value by 0.0625000.
How do I convert tablespoon to cup?
Multiply your tablespoon value by 0.0625000 to get the equivalent in cup. For example, 5 tablespoon = 5 × 0.0625000 = 0.31250 cup.
How do I convert cup to tablespoon?
Multiply your cup value by 16.0000000 to get the equivalent in tablespoon. Alternatively, divide by 0.0625000.
What is 10 tablespoon in cup?
10 tablespoon is equal to 0.62500 cup.
What is 100 tablespoon in cup?
100 tablespoon is equal to 6.25000 cup.