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Tablespoons to Cups
( tbsp → cup )

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

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16 tbsp = 1 cup
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The Formula
cup = tbsp ÷ 16
1 US cup = 16 US tablespoons. This relationship is exact in US customary units.

How to Convert Tablespoons to Cups

To convert US tablespoons to US cups, divide the number of tablespoons by 16. This is because one cup is defined as exactly 16 tablespoons in the US customary system.

Step-by-Step Example

Let’s convert 32 tablespoons to cups:

1. Divide by 16: 32 ÷ 16 = 2
2. So 32 tbsp equals 2 cups.

For a smaller amount, 1 tbsp ÷ 16 = 0.0625 cup (1/16 cup).

When You’d Use Each Unit

Tablespoons are commonly used for measuring ingredients like oil, honey, or flour in cooking and baking. Cups are used for larger volumes such as flour, sugar, milk, or water in recipes. Converting between them helps scale recipes accurately and understand serving sizes.

Conversion Table

Common tablespoons values converted to cups — typical values highlighted.

Tablespoons (tbsp) Cups (cup) Approximate
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert tablespoons to cups quickly? +
Divide the number of tablespoons by 16. For example, 48 tbsp ÷ 16 = 3 cups.
How many cups are in a tablespoon? +
There is 1/16 (0.0625) of a cup in one tablespoon.
What is 1 tbsp in cups? +
1 tbsp = 1/16 cup = 0.0625 cup.
What is 1 cup in tablespoons? +
1 cup = 16 tbsp.
Is this the same for UK cups? +
No, UK cups are larger (≈284 mL) and the tablespoon relationship differs. This converter uses US customary cups and tablespoons.
Can I convert cups back to tablespoons with this tool? +
Yes! Just type a value into the cups field and the tablespoons field updates automatically. Or use the ⇄ swap button to switch directions.
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