🍳 Cup (US) to Tablespoon Converter
Free online tool to convert Cup (US) (cup) to Tablespoon (tbsp). Enter a value and get instant, accurate results.
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Cup (US) to Tablespoon Conversion Table
| Cup (US) (cup) | Tablespoon (tbsp) |
|---|---|
| 0.25 cup | 3.9999999 tbsp |
| 0.5 cup | 7.9999999 tbsp |
| 1 cup | 16 tbsp |
| 2 cup | 32 tbsp |
| 4 cup | 63.999999 tbsp |
| 8 cup | 128 tbsp |
Conversion Formula
US volume hierarchy: 1 cup = 16 tbsp = 48 tsp = 8 fl oz ≈ 236.6 mL 1 stick butter = ½ cup = 8 tbsp ≈ 118.3 mL 1 qt = 2 pt = 4 cups • 1 L ≈ 4.227 cups
About Cup (US) to Tablespoon Conversions
The Cup (US) to Tablespoon converter is a handy kitchen tool when adapting recipes or measuring ingredients across different systems. Enter any cup value below for an instant tbsp result.
The conversion factor is: 1 cup = 16 tbsp. To convert manually, multiply your value by 16. As a quick example: 10 cup = 160 tbsp.
Below you will find a pre-calculated conversion table, the exact formula used, and answers to common questions about Cup (US) to Tablespoon conversions. All calculations follow internationally recognized standards.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert Cup (US) to Tablespoon?
Multiply your Cup (US) value by 16 to get Tablespoon. For example: 10 cup × 16 = 160 tbsp. You can also use the converter above for instant results.
How many Tablespoon are in 1 Cup (US)?
There are 16 tbsp in exactly 1 cup. This is the direct conversion factor between these two units.
Is Cup (US) larger or smaller than Tablespoon?
One Cup (US) is larger than one Tablespoon. Specifically, 1 cup = 16 tbsp, so your number increases when converting from cup to tbsp.
When would I use Tablespoon instead of Cup (US)?
tbsp is useful when following recipes from a different country or when your measuring tools use a different unit. Converting between cup and tbsp is a common step when adapting recipes.
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