UnitSnapTablespoons to Teaspoons
1 tbsp = 3 tsp
When a tablespoon measure is missing or a recipe needs to be cut down, converting tablespoons to teaspoons keeps quantities accurate. It is a common step when halving or quartering a recipe and the result no longer fits a whole tablespoon.
When you need to convert tablespoons to teaspoons
- Halving a recipe that calls for an odd number of tablespoons
- Measuring spices when only teaspoon measures are clean or available
- Scaling a spice blend down to a single serving
- Splitting a seasoning amount evenly between several dishes
How to convert tablespoons to teaspoons
tsp = tbsp × 3
Example: 5 tbsp = 15 tsp
Typical tablespoon amounts
| Tablespoons (tbsp) | Teaspoons (tsp) |
|---|---|
| 0.25 tbsp | 0.75 tsp |
| 0.5 tbsp | 1.5 tsp |
| 1 tbsp | 3 tsp |
| 1.5 tbsp | 4.5 tsp |
| 2 tbsp | 6 tsp |
| 3 tbsp | 9 tsp |
| 4 tbsp | 12 tsp |
Tips for converting tablespoons to teaspoons
- One tablespoon is exactly 3 teaspoons in US measures, so simply multiply by 3.
- Half a tablespoon is 1.5 teaspoons, which is easier to measure as one teaspoon plus a half teaspoon.
- Australian tablespoons hold 4 teaspoons, so check where a recipe comes from before converting.
Tablespoons to Teaspoons conversion table
| Tablespoons (tbsp) | Teaspoons (tsp) |
|---|---|
| 1 tbsp | 3 tsp |
| 2 tbsp | 6 tsp |
| 3 tbsp | 9 tsp |
| 4 tbsp | 12 tsp |
| 5 tbsp | 15 tsp |
| 6 tbsp | 18 tsp |
| 7 tbsp | 21 tsp |
| 8 tbsp | 24 tsp |
| 9 tbsp | 27 tsp |
| 10 tbsp | 30 tsp |
| 15 tbsp | 45 tsp |
| 20 tbsp | 60 tsp |
| 25 tbsp | 75 tsp |
| 30 tbsp | 90 tsp |
| 40 tbsp | 120 tsp |
| 50 tbsp | 150 tsp |
| 75 tbsp | 225 tsp |
| 100 tbsp | 300 tsp |
| 250 tbsp | 750 tsp |
| 500 tbsp | 1,500 tsp |
| 1,000 tbsp | 3,000 tsp |
About the units
Tablespoons: The US tablespoon equals 1/2 US fluid ounce, about 14.79 milliliters, or 3 teaspoons.
Teaspoons: The US teaspoon equals 1/3 of a tablespoon, about 4.93 milliliters.
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Frequently asked questions
How many teaspoons are in 1 tablespoon?
1 tablespoon equals 3 teaspoons.
How many tablespoons are in 1 teaspoon?
1 teaspoon equals 0.3333333 tablespoons.
How do I convert tablespoons to teaspoons?
Use the formula tsp = tbsp × 3.
What is 10 tablespoons in teaspoons?
10 tablespoons equals 30 teaspoons.
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Factors: NIST SP 811 · SI Brochure · NIST Handbook 44 — Updated