Milliliter to Tablespoon Converter
Quickly and accurately convert volume measurements from milliliters to tablespoons with our free online Milliliter to Tablespoon Converter. Perfect for cooking, baking, and recipe conversions.
Common Conversions
| Milliliters (ml) | US Tablespoons (tbsp) |
|---|---|
| 5 ml | 0.33814 tbsp |
| 10 ml | 0.67628 tbsp |
| 14.7868 ml | 1 tbsp |
| 20 ml | 1.35256 tbsp |
| 25 ml | 1.6907 tbsp |
| 50 ml | 3.3814 tbsp |
| 100 ml | 6.7628 tbsp |
| 236.588 ml (1 cup) | 16 tbsp |
How It Works
Converting from milliliters to tablespoons is a common volume conversion, especially in cooking and baking when following recipes from different regions or when precise measurements are needed.
Conversion Formula:
1 milliliter = 0.067628 US tablespoons
To convert milliliters to US tablespoons, multiply the milliliter value by 0.067628 (or divide by 14.7868):
US Tablespoons = Milliliters × 0.067628
Example Calculation:
To convert 30 milliliters to US tablespoons:
US Tablespoons = 30 ml × 0.067628 = 2.02884 tbsp
Our converter handles this calculation automatically and provides results with up to 9 decimal places for precision. It also formats the result to remove unnecessary trailing zeros for better readability.
Metric Volume Measurement Hierarchy:
- 1 liter (L) = 1,000 milliliters (ml)
- 1 milliliter (ml) = 1 cubic centimeter (cc)
- 1 milliliter (ml) = 0.001 liters (L)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a milliliter?
A milliliter (ml) is a metric unit of volume equal to one-thousandth of a liter or one cubic centimeter (cc). It’s commonly used worldwide for measuring small volumes of liquids, particularly in cooking, medicine, and laboratory settings.
What is a US tablespoon?
A US tablespoon (tbsp) is a unit of volume in the US customary system, equal to 3 teaspoons or approximately 14.7868 milliliters. It’s widely used in cooking and baking, especially in the United States, for measuring ingredients in recipes.
What’s the difference between US and UK tablespoons?
The US tablespoon (14.7868 mL) is slightly smaller than the UK (imperial) tablespoon (17.7582 mL). This means recipes from different regions may require conversion for accurate results. This converter uses US tablespoons, which are standard in the United States.
Why would I need to convert milliliters to tablespoons?
This conversion is commonly needed when following recipes that use different units of measurement, when using measuring tools calibrated in different units, or when precise measurements are required. For example, if you have a European recipe that lists ingredients in milliliters but your measuring spoons are in tablespoons.
How accurate is this converter?
Our converter uses the standard conversion factor of 0.067628 US tablespoons per milliliter (or 14.7868 milliliters per US tablespoon), which is accurate to the commonly accepted international standard. The calculator can display results with up to 9 decimal places for high precision needs.
How do I convert tablespoons back to milliliters?
To convert from US tablespoons to milliliters, multiply the tablespoon value by 14.7868. Alternatively, you can use our Tablespoon to Milliliter Converter for quick and accurate conversions.