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Convert tablespoons to cups
Instant, accurate tbsp → cup conversion with a live converter, table and formula.
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1 tablespoon = 0.0625 cups
1 cup = 16 tablespoons
tablespoons to cups table
| tablespoons (tbsp) | cups (cup) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 0.03125 |
| 1 | 0.0625 |
| 2 | 0.125 |
| 5 | 0.3125 |
| 10 | 0.625 |
| 20 | 1.25 |
| 50 | 3.125 |
| 100 | 6.25 |
| 500 | 31.25 |
| 1000 | 62.5 |
Formula
cups = tablespoons × 0.0625.
Example
10 tablespoons = 0.625 cups.
What is a tablespoon?
A tablespoon (tbsp) is 3 teaspoons (about 14.79 ml).
What is a cup?
A US cup is 236.6 ml, a standard cooking measure (8 US fl oz).
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 | tablespoons | cups |
|---|---|---|
| Teaspoon of medicine | 0.338 tbsp | 0.0211 cup |
| Soda can | 22.32 tbsp | 1.39 cup |
| Water bottle | 33.81 tbsp | 2.11 cup |
| Car fuel tank (typical) | 3,381 tbsp | 211 cup |
| Bathtub | 10,144 tbsp | 634 cup |
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 cups in a tablespoons?+
1 tablespoon = 0.0625 cups.
How do I convert tablespoons to cups?+
Enter the value in the tablespoons box above and the cups value appears instantly. You can also type in the cups box to convert the other way.
Is this tbsp to cup converter free?+
Yes — it is 100% free, needs no sign-up, and runs entirely in your browser.