Tablespoons to Milliliters Converter
Convert tablespoons to milliliters and mL to tablespoons instantly. Includes teaspoon conversion and common cooking measurements.Updated 2026-03-16
Formula: mL = tbsp × 14.787 | 1 tbsp = 3 tsp
Common Tablespoon to mL Conversions
| Tablespoons (tbsp) | Teaspoons (tsp) | Milliliters (mL) |
|---|---|---|
| ½ tbsp | 1.5 tsp | 7.39 mL |
| 1 tbsp | 3 tsp | 14.79 mL |
| 1.5 tbsp | 4.5 tsp | 22.18 mL |
| 2 tbsp | 6 tsp | 29.57 mL |
| 3 tbsp | 9 tsp | 44.36 mL |
| 4 tbsp (¼ cup) | 12 tsp | 59.15 mL |
| 5 tbsp | 15 tsp | 73.93 mL |
| 6 tbsp | 18 tsp | 88.72 mL |
| 8 tbsp (½ cup) | 24 tsp | 118.29 mL |
| 10 tbsp | 30 tsp | 147.87 mL |
| 12 tbsp (¾ cup) | 36 tsp | 177.44 mL |
| 16 tbsp (1 cup) | 48 tsp | 236.59 mL |
How to Convert Tablespoons to Milliliters
To convert tablespoons to milliliters, multiply by 14.787: mL = tbsp × 14.787
For example, 3 tbsp = 3 × 14.787 = 44.36 mL
Quick tip: 1 tablespoon = 3 teaspoons = ~15 mL (14.787 mL exactly for US tablespoons).
💡 This converter uses the US tablespoon (14.787 mL). The metric tablespoon is exactly 15 mL, and the Australian tablespoon is 20 mL. All calculations happen locally in your browser.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many mL is 1 tablespoon?
1 US tablespoon equals 14.787 mL. For quick cooking estimates, you can round to 15 mL.
How many teaspoons are in a tablespoon?
There are 3 teaspoons in 1 tablespoon. So 1 tsp ≈ 4.929 mL.
What is the difference between US and metric tablespoons?
A US tablespoon is 14.787 mL, while a metric tablespoon is exactly 15 mL. The Australian tablespoon is 20 mL. This converter uses the US tablespoon by default.
How many tablespoons in a cup?
There are 16 US tablespoons in 1 US cup (236.59 mL).
Is 15 mL exactly 1 tablespoon?
15 mL is the metric tablespoon. The US tablespoon is slightly less at 14.787 mL. For cooking purposes, the difference (0.213 mL) is negligible.