Teaspoons to Tablespoons

1 tsp = 0.3333333 tbsp

Recipes that are doubled or tripled can end up calling for many teaspoons of an ingredient. Converting teaspoons to tablespoons reduces the number of scoops, speeds up measuring, and lowers the chance of losing count.

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When you need to convert teaspoons to tablespoons

Doubling or tripling a recipe that lists spices in teaspoons
Mixing a large batch of seasoning or rub
Simplifying recipe cards so measurements use fewer spoonfuls
Comparing spice amounts between recipes written in different units

How to convert teaspoons to tablespoons

tbsp = tsp × 0.3333333

Equivalently: tbsp = tsp ÷ 3.

Example: 5 tsp = 1.666667 tbsp

Common teaspoon amounts

Teaspoons (tsp)	Tablespoons (tbsp)
1 tsp	0.3333333 tbsp
1.5 tsp	0.5 tbsp
2 tsp	0.6666667 tbsp
3 tsp	1 tbsp
4 tsp	1.333333 tbsp
6 tsp	2 tbsp
9 tsp	3 tbsp
12 tsp	4 tbsp

Tips for converting teaspoons to tablespoons

Divide teaspoons by 3 to get US tablespoons; 3 teaspoons equal exactly 1 tablespoon.
Leftover amounts that do not divide evenly can stay as teaspoons, for example 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon.
For very large batches, consider switching to cups: 16 tablespoons equal exactly 1 US cup.

Teaspoons to Tablespoons conversion table

Teaspoons (tsp)	Tablespoons (tbsp)
1 tsp	0.3333333 tbsp
2 tsp	0.6666667 tbsp
3 tsp	1 tbsp
4 tsp	1.333333 tbsp
5 tsp	1.666667 tbsp
6 tsp	2 tbsp
7 tsp	2.333333 tbsp
8 tsp	2.666667 tbsp
9 tsp	3 tbsp
10 tsp	3.333333 tbsp
15 tsp	5 tbsp
20 tsp	6.666667 tbsp
25 tsp	8.333333 tbsp
30 tsp	10 tbsp
40 tsp	13.33333 tbsp
50 tsp	16.66667 tbsp
75 tsp	25 tbsp
100 tsp	33.33333 tbsp
250 tsp	83.33333 tbsp
500 tsp	166.6667 tbsp
1,000 tsp	333.3333 tbsp

About the units

Teaspoons: The US teaspoon equals 1/3 of a tablespoon, about 4.93 milliliters.

Tablespoons: The US tablespoon equals 1/2 US fluid ounce, about 14.79 milliliters, or 3 teaspoons.

Frequently asked questions

How many tablespoons are in 1 teaspoon?

1 teaspoon equals 0.3333333 tablespoons.

How many teaspoons are in 1 tablespoon?

1 tablespoon equals 3 teaspoons.

How do I convert teaspoons to tablespoons?

Use the formula tbsp = tsp × 0.3333333. Equivalently, tbsp = tsp ÷ 3.

What is 10 teaspoons in tablespoons?

10 teaspoons equals 3.333333 tablespoons.

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Factors: NIST SP 811 · SI Brochure · NIST Handbook 44 — Updated October 17, 2026