Tablespoon to Teaspoon Converter (tbsp to tsp)

How to Convert Tablespoon to Teaspoon

Formula: Teaspoon = Tablespoon × 3

Example: 1 tbsp = 3 tsp

You can also use the interactive converter above. Simply enter any Tablespoon value and the equivalent Teaspoon value will appear instantly. Click the ⇄ button to reverse the conversion.

A little context on Tablespoon and Teaspoon helps this conversion stick, along with some frequently asked questions below.

Step-by-step example — Convert 2 tbsp to tsp:

What is Tablespoon and Teaspoon?

A Tablespoon (tbsp) is a cooking volume unit, equal to about 14.79 milliliters in the US.

A Teaspoon (tsp) is a small cooking volume unit, equal to about 4.93 milliliters in the US.

Real World Uses of Tablespoon to Teaspoon Conversion

• Tablespoon: Commonly used for portioning baking ingredients like sugar and cocoa.
• Teaspoon: Commonly used for sweetening drinks with sugar or honey.
• Tablespoon: Commonly used on nutrition and supplement labels for serving sizes.
• Teaspoon: Commonly used for medicine dosing instructions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the formula to convert Tablespoon to Teaspoon?

The formula is: Teaspoon = Tablespoon x 3. Multiply any Tablespoon value by 3 to get the equivalent in Teaspoon.

What is 1 Tablespoon in Teaspoon?

1 tbsp = 3 tsp.

How many Tablespoon are in 1 Teaspoon?

1 tsp = 0.333333333333333 tbsp.

Is Tablespoon bigger or smaller than Teaspoon?

Tablespoon is bigger than Teaspoon. 1 Tablespoon = 3 tsp.

What is 4 tbsp in tsp?

4 tbsp = 12 tsp.

What is 3 tsp in tbsp?

3 tsp = 1 tbsp.

How many tablespoons are in a cup?

There are 16 tablespoons in 1 US cup.