How to convert teaspoons to tablespoons
One teaspoon equals 0.333333 tablespoons. To convert, multiply the number of teaspoons by 0.333333 (or divide by 3):
Mental-math shortcut: Divide teaspoons by 3: 6 tsp = 2 tbsp.
Example
Convert 6 teaspoons to tablespoons: 6 tsp × 0.333333 = 2 tbsp.
Teaspoons to Tablespoons conversion chart
| Teaspoons (tsp) | Tablespoons (tbsp) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.333333 |
| 1.5 | 0.5 |
| 2 | 0.666667 |
| 3 | 1 |
| 4 | 1.3333 |
| 5 | 1.6667 |
| 6 | 2 |
| 8 | 2.6667 |
| 9 | 3 |
| 10 | 3.3333 |
| 12 | 4 |
| 24 | 8 |
| 48 | 16 |
What is a teaspoon?
A US teaspoon (tsp) is 1/3 of a tablespoon, about 4.93 milliliters. Medicine and many metric recipes round it to exactly 5 mL. Recipes use teaspoons for small amounts such as salt, baking soda, spices and extracts.
What is a tablespoon?
A US tablespoon (tbsp) is 3 teaspoons or half a fluid ounce, about 14.79 milliliters. The metric tablespoon used in the UK, Canada and New Zealand is 15 mL, while an Australian tablespoon is 20 mL. There are 16 tablespoons in a US cup.
Converting the other way? Use the Tablespoons to Teaspoons converter.
Frequently asked questions
How many tablespoons is one teaspoon?
One teaspoon is 0.333333 tablespoons.
How do I convert teaspoons to tablespoons?
Multiply the value in teaspoons by 0.333333. For example, 6 tsp × 0.333333 = 2 tbsp.
What is 4 tsp in tablespoons?
4 tsp is 1.3333 tablespoons.
How do I convert tablespoons to teaspoons?
Multiply tablespoons by 3 (or divide by 0.333333). You can also use our Tablespoons to Teaspoons converter.
Conversions use the internationally agreed definitions of each unit (for example, 1 inch = 2.54 cm exactly) and are rounded for display. Volume converters use US customary units unless stated otherwise.
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