Milliliter to Teaspoon Converter
Quickly and accurately convert volume measurements from milliliters to teaspoons with our free online Milliliter to Teaspoon Converter. Perfect for cooking, baking, and recipe conversions.
Common Conversions
| Milliliters (ml) | US Teaspoons (tsp) |
|---|---|
| 1 ml | 0.202884 tsp |
| 2.5 ml | 0.50721 tsp |
| 4.92892 ml | 1 tsp |
| 5 ml | 1.01442 tsp |
| 10 ml | 2.02884 tsp |
| 14.7868 ml (1 tbsp) | 3 tsp |
| 20 ml | 4.05768 tsp |
| 50 ml | 10.1442 tsp |
How It Works
Converting from milliliters to teaspoons 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 = 0.202884 US teaspoons
To convert milliliters to US teaspoons, multiply the milliliter value by 0.202884 (or divide by 4.92892):
US Teaspoons = Milliliters × 0.202884
Example Calculation:
To convert 15 milliliters to US teaspoons:
US Teaspoons = 15 ml × 0.202884 = 3.04326 tsp
Note: 15 milliliters is approximately 3 teaspoons, which is close to 1 tablespoon.
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 teaspoon?
A US teaspoon (tsp) is a unit of volume in the US customary system, equal to approximately 4.92892 milliliters. It’s widely used in cooking and baking, especially in the United States, for measuring small amounts of ingredients in recipes.
What’s the difference between US and UK teaspoons?
The US teaspoon (4.92892 mL) is slightly smaller than the UK (imperial) teaspoon (5.91939 mL). This means recipes from different regions may require conversion for accurate results. This converter uses US teaspoons, which are standard in the United States.
Why would I need to convert milliliters to teaspoons?
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 teaspoons.
How accurate is this converter?
Our converter uses the standard conversion factor of 0.202884 US teaspoons per milliliter (or 4.92892 milliliters per US teaspoon), 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 teaspoons back to milliliters?
To convert from US teaspoons to milliliters, multiply the teaspoon value by 4.92892. Alternatively, you can use our Teaspoon to Milliliter Converter for quick and accurate conversions.