Tablespoons to Milliliters Conversion
Quick formula: ml = tablespoons × 15 — cooking essential
⚡Quick Answer
1 US tablespoon = 14.79 ml (round to 15 ml). 1 metric tablespoon = exactly 15 ml. Super easy conversion!
Step-by-Step Guide
The Formula
ml = tablespoons × 14.79 — For cooking, just use 15 ml per tablespoon.
Common Conversions
1 tbsp = 15 ml | 2 tbsp = 30 ml | 3 tbsp = 45 ml | 4 tbsp (1/4 cup) = 60 ml
US vs Metric vs UK
US tablespoon = 14.79 ml | Metric tablespoon = 15 ml | UK tablespoon = 17.76 ml | Australian tbsp = 20 ml
Related Measurements
1 tablespoon = 3 teaspoons = 15 ml | 1 teaspoon = 5 ml | 1 cup = 16 tablespoons = 240 ml
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 15 ml the same as 1 tablespoon?
Yes, for practical purposes. US tablespoon is 14.79 ml, metric is exactly 15 ml. The difference is negligible in cooking.
How many tablespoons in a cup?
16 tablespoons = 1 cup. This works for both US cups (237 ml) and is a useful cooking reference.
What about teaspoons?
1 teaspoon = 5 ml. Since 3 tsp = 1 tbsp, that's 3 × 5 = 15 ml per tablespoon.