Use this quick‑reference table—or our Kitchen Conversion Calculator—to switch between tablespoons (tbsp) and milliliters (ml) on the fly.
Need to convert tablespoons to milliliters for a recipe? This guide gives you the fastest formula, a perfect cheat sheet, and expert tips for UK/US conversions. Whether you’re baking, cooking, or mixing drinks, UseUtillio’s tools make it easy. Try our Kitchen Converter or read on for step-by-step instructions and common kitchen questions.
Need to convert oven temperatures? See our Celsius vs Fahrenheit Cooking Guide for tips and charts.
Step-by-step: Tablespoons to milliliters
- Check your recipe for the tablespoon type (US ≈14.79 ml, UK = 15 ml).
- Multiply the number of tablespoons by the correct conversion factor.
- Round to the nearest ml for liquids; use exact for pharmacy/chemistry.
For instant results, use our Kitchen Converter—it handles cups, grams, ounces, and more.
Real-world example
Emma’s recipe calls for 3 US tablespoons of olive oil.
3 × 14.79 = 44.37 ml. For UK recipes, use 3 × 15 = 45 ml.
Conversion formula
ml = tbsp × 14.7868 | tbsp = ml ÷ 14.7868
Cheat‑sheet table
| Tablespoons | Milliliters |
|---|---|
| 1 | 14.79 |
| 2 | 29.57 |
| 3 | 44.36 |
| 4 | 59.15 |
| 6 | 88.72 |
| 8 (½ cup) | 118.29 |
| 12 (¾ cup) | 177.44 |
| 16 (1 cup) | 236.59 |
UK vs US tablespoon sizes
A UK tablespoon is 15 ml; a US tablespoon is ≈14.79 ml. The difference is minor for cooking, but double‑check for pharmacy or chemical measurements. For more conversions, see our Cups to Grams Chart.
FAQ
- How do I convert oven temperatures between Celsius and Fahrenheit?
- See our Celsius vs Fahrenheit Cooking Guide for conversion formulas and charts.
- How many teaspoons in a tablespoon?
- Three teaspoons equal one tablespoon.
- Is tablespoon capitalised as “T” in recipes?
- Yes—uppercase “T” (tablespoon) vs lowercase “t” (teaspoon).
- Can I use a regular spoon instead?
- Not recommended—regular spoons vary in size. Use a measuring spoon for accuracy.
- What’s the difference between a metric and US tablespoon?
- Metric/UK tablespoon = 15 ml; US tablespoon ≈ 14.79 ml.
- Where can I find more kitchen conversions?
- See our Kitchen Converter and Cups to Grams Chart.
Last updated 15 Jun 2025