Teaspoons (tsp) to tablespoons (tbsp)
Quick conversion between teaspoons and tablespoons when scaling recipes.
3 teaspoons = 1 tablespoon.
Reference table
| Tsp | Tbsp |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 0.17 |
| 1 | 0.33 |
| 1.5 | 0.50 |
| 2 | 0.67 |
| 3 | 1.00 |
| 4 | 1.33 |
| 5 | 1.67 |
| 6 | 2.00 |
| 8 | 2.67 |
| 9 | 3.00 |
| 12 | 4.00 |
| 16 | 5.33 |
1 tsp = 5 mL.
When to use this converter
Quickly group teaspoons into tablespoons when scaling marinades or rubs.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Remember: 3 tsp = 1 tbsp. Don't mix with fluid ounce measures.
- Keep salt and strong spices level to avoid overpowering the dish.
Quick example 4 tsp olive oil ≈ 1 tbsp + 1 tsp. Combine them for quicker mixing.