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Convert cups to tablespoons
Instant, accurate cup → tbsp conversion with a live converter, table and formula.
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1 cup = 16 tablespoons
1 tablespoon = 0.0625 cups
cups to tablespoons table
| cups (cup) | tablespoons (tbsp) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 8 |
| 1 | 16 |
| 2 | 32 |
| 5 | 80 |
| 10 | 160 |
| 20 | 320 |
| 50 | 800 |
| 100 | 1600 |
| 500 | 8000 |
| 1000 | 16000 |
Formula
tablespoons = cups × 16.
Example
10 cups = 160 tablespoons.
What is a cup?
A US cup is 236.6 ml, a standard cooking measure (8 US fl oz).
What is a tablespoon?
A tablespoon (tbsp) is 3 teaspoons (about 14.79 ml).
Real-world reference points
A liter is a large water bottle; a US cup is a small glass; a teaspoon is a sip of medicine.
| Reference | cups | tablespoons |
|---|---|---|
| Teaspoon of medicine | 0.0211 cup | 0.338 tbsp |
| Soda can | 1.39 cup | 22.32 tbsp |
| Water bottle | 2.11 cup | 33.81 tbsp |
| Car fuel tank (typical) | 211 cup | 3,381 tbsp |
| Bathtub | 634 cup | 10,144 tbsp |
Mistakes to avoid with volume conversions
- US vs imperial gallons: the imperial gallon is ~20% larger — UK fuel-economy figures aren't US ones.
- Converting milliliters to grams for ingredients that aren't water — oil, flour and honey have different densities.
- US recipe cups (236.6 ml) vs metric cups (250 ml) — a 5% error that ruins delicate baking.
Frequently asked questions
How many tablespoons in a cups?+
1 cup = 16 tablespoons.
How do I convert cups to tablespoons?+
Enter the value in the cups box above and the tablespoons value appears instantly. You can also type in the tablespoons box to convert the other way.
Is this cup to tbsp converter free?+
Yes — it is 100% free, needs no sign-up, and runs entirely in your browser.