🧪 Volume Converter

Teaspoons to Tablespoons
( tsp → tbsp )

Instantly convert US teaspoons to tablespoons. Enter any value below and get an accurate result with the full formula and reference table.

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Result
3 tsp = 1 tbsp
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The Formula
tbsp = tsp ÷ 3
1 US tablespoon = 3 US teaspoons. This relationship is exact in both US and UK customary systems.

How to Convert Teaspoons to Tablespoons

To convert US teaspoons to tablespoons, divide the number of teaspoons by 3. This is because one tablespoon is defined as exactly three teaspoons in both US and UK customary systems.

Step-by-Step Example

Let’s convert 6 teaspoons to tablespoons:

1. Divide by 3: 6 ÷ 3 = 2
2. So 6 tsp equals 2 tbsp.

For a smaller amount, 1 tsp ÷ 3 = 0.3333 tbsp (⅓ tbsp).

When You’d Use Each Unit

Teaspoons and tablespoons are both common in cooking and baking, especially in the US. Teaspoons are used for smaller quantities (spices, extracts), while tablespoons are used for larger amounts (oil, honey, flour). Converting between them is essential for following recipes and adjusting measurements.

Conversion Table

Common teaspoons values converted to tablespoons — typical values highlighted.

Teaspoons (tsp) Tablespoons (tbsp) Approximate
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert teaspoons to tablespoons quickly? +
Divide the number of teaspoons by 3. For example, 12 tsp ÷ 3 = 4 tbsp.
How many tablespoons are in a teaspoon? +
There is ⅓ (0.3333) of a tablespoon in one teaspoon.
What is 1 tsp in tbsp? +
1 tsp = ⅓ tbsp ≈ 0.3333 tbsp.
What is 1 tbsp in teaspoons? +
1 tbsp = 3 tsp.
Is this the same for UK teaspoons and tablespoons? +
Yes, the relationship (3 tsp = 1 tbsp) is identical in both US and UK customary systems, though the actual volume of a teaspoon differs (US tsp ≈ 4.92892 mL, UK tsp ≈ 5.91939 mL). This converter uses US teaspoons, but the conversion factor ⅓ remains valid for both.
Can I convert tablespoons back to teaspoons with this tool? +
Yes! Just type a value into the tablespoons field and the teaspoons field updates automatically. Or use the ⇄ swap button to switch directions.
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