Tablespoon to Cup Converter
Convert Tablespoons to Cups
Quick Conversions
How to Convert Tablespoons to Cups
Converting tablespoons to cups is a simple calculation. One US tablespoon is equal to 0.0625 US liquid cups. To convert, you multiply the number of tablespoons by 0.0625.
Formula
Cups = Tablespoons × 0.0625
or
cup = tbsp × 0.0625
Step-by-step process
- Take the measurement in tablespoons
- Multiply that number by 0.0625
- The result is the equivalent volume in cups
Examples
- 1 tablespoon = 1 × 0.0625 = 0.0625 cups
- 5 tablespoons = 5 × 0.0625 = 0.3125 cups
- 10 tablespoons = 10 × 0.0625 = 0.625 cups
- 25 tablespoons = 25 × 0.0625 = 1.5625 cups
When to Convert Tablespoons to Cups
Converting tablespoons to cups is useful in various contexts, especially in agriculture, cooking, and industrial applications.
Agriculture
In agriculture, various units are used for measuring harvested crops. Converting between them is essential for trade and storage.
Cooking and Baking
Recipes often use different volume units. Converting helps in scaling recipes or using different measuring tools.
Industrial Applications
Many industrial processes require precise volume measurements and conversions for manufacturing and chemical processes.
Education
In an educational setting, understanding how to convert between different units of volume, such as tablespoons and cups, is a fundamental part of learning about measurement systems.
Common Tablespoons to Cups Conversions
Here is a table of common tablespoon to cup conversions for quick reference:
| Tablespoons (tbsp) | Cups (cup) | Tablespoons (tbsp) | Cups (cup) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.0625 | 250 | 15.625 |
| 5 | 0.3125 | 500 | 31.25 |
| 10 | 0.625 | 1,000 | 62.5 |
| 25 | 1.5625 | 2,000 | 125 |
| 50 | 3.125 | 5,000 | 312.5 |
| 100 | 6.25 | 10,000 | 625 |
| 150 | 9.375 | 15,000 | 937.5 |
| 200 | 12.5 | 20,000 | 1250 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many cups are in a tablespoon?
There are exactly 0.0625 US liquid cups in one US tablespoon.
What is the formula to convert tablespoons to cups?
The formula is: Cups = Tablespoons × 0.0625.
Is this converter free to use?
Yes, our tablespoon to cup converter is completely free to use.