Cup (US) to Tablespoon (US) Converter
Quick answer
To convert Cup (US)s to Tablespoon (US)s, multiply by 16 (or divide by 0.0625). Therefore, 1 Cup (US) (cup) equals 16 Tablespoon (US)s (tbsp).
Formula: tbsp = cup × 16. Worked example: 10 cup = 160 tbsp.
Convert Cup (US) (cup) to Tablespoon (US) (tbsp) online with our free unit converter. In volume, 1 cup = 16 tbsp. Explore step-by-step conversion steps, mathematical formulas, and quick conversion reference tables below.
Worked example: converting Cup (US) to Tablespoon (US)
- Step 1 — start with the formula. tbsp = cup × 16
- Step 2 — substitute your figure. 10 cup × 16
- Step 3 — read the result. 10 cup = 160 tbsp
- Step 4 — check it in reverse. cup = tbsp × 0.0625 returns 10 cup, which matches the figure you started with.
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1 cup = 16 tbsp
Formula:
tbsp = cup × 16With your value: 1 cup = 16 tbsp
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Everyday references on a logarithmic scale, all expressed in cup (us) so you can sanity-check the result.
Other Cup (US) to Tablespoon (US) conversions
Cup (US) to Tablespoon (US) Conversion Table
| Cup (US) (cup) | Tablespoon (US) (tbsp) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 8 |
| 1 | 16 |
| 2 | 32 |
| 5 | 80 |
| 10 | 160 |
| 15 | 240 |
| 20 | 320 |
| 25 | 400 |
| 50 | 800 |
| 100 | 1,600 |
| 250 | 4,000 |
| 500 | 8,000 |
| 1000 | 16,000 |
Tablespoon (US) to Cup (US) Conversion Table
| Tablespoon (US) (tbsp) | Cup (US) (cup) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 0.03125 |
| 1 | 0.0625 |
| 2 | 0.125 |
| 5 | 0.3125 |
| 10 | 0.625 |
| 15 | 0.9375 |
| 20 | 1.25 |
| 25 | 1.5625 |
| 50 | 3.125 |
| 100 | 6.25 |
| 250 | 15.625 |
| 500 | 31.25 |
| 1000 | 62.5 |
Where these values come from
Every factor on this page is traced to the document that defines it. See the full provenance dataset or our methodology.
Cup (US) (cup)
Volume
Derived from the cubic metre. The litre is exactly 10⁻³ m³; US and imperial capacity units are exact multiples fixed by statute.
Source: NIST Special Publication 811, Guide for the Use of the International System of Units
National Institute of Standards and Technology (US) · Reviewed 2026-07-01
Tablespoon (US) (tbsp)
Volume
Derived from the cubic metre. The litre is exactly 10⁻³ m³; US and imperial capacity units are exact multiples fixed by statute.
Source: NIST Special Publication 811, Guide for the Use of the International System of Units
National Institute of Standards and Technology (US) · Reviewed 2026-07-01
How to Convert Cup (US) to Tablespoon (US)
To convert from Cup (US) (cup) to Tablespoon (US) (tbsp), multiply the value by 16.
Formula: tbsp = cup × 16
Reverse: cup = tbsp × 0.0625
Step-by-Step Example
- Start with your value in Cup (US). For example: 5 cup
- Multiply by the conversion factor: 5 x 16
- The result is: 80 tbsp
Cup (US) and Tablespoon (US) Relationship
Both Cup (US) and Tablespoon (US) belong to the US Customary / Imperial system, making this an intra-system conversion within volume. Since 1 Cup (US) equals approximately 16 Tablespoon (US)s, the Cup (US) represents a larger unit interval than the Tablespoon (US). Understanding the relationship between Cup (US) and Tablespoon (US) is essential for accurate calculations in physics, engineering, commerce, and daily applications.
About Cup (US)
The US cup equals approximately 236.6 mL and is a standard cooking measurement in the United States.
Common uses of Cup (US): baking, cooking, recipes.
About Tablespoon (US)
The US tablespoon equals approximately 14.79 mL or 3 teaspoons. It is a standard cooking measurement.
Common uses of Tablespoon (US): cooking, baking, medicine.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many Tablespoon (US)s are in 1 Cup (US)?
- There are exactly 16 Tablespoon (US)s in 1 Cup (US). This means the conversion factor from Cup (US) to Tablespoon (US) is 16.
- What is the formula to convert Cup (US) to Tablespoon (US)?
- The formula to convert Cup (US) to Tablespoon (US) is: tbsp = cup × 16. For example, to convert 10 Cup (US)s to Tablespoon (US)s, you would multiply 10 by 16.
- What is a Cup (US)?
- The US cup equals approximately 236.6 mL and is a standard cooking measurement in the United States.
- What is a Tablespoon (US)?
- The US tablespoon equals approximately 14.79 mL or 3 teaspoons. It is a standard cooking measurement.
- What are the common uses of Cup (US)?
- The Cup (US) is commonly used in baking, cooking, recipes.
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UnitConvertLab. (2026). Cup (US) to Tablespoon (US) converter. UnitConvertLab. Retrieved from https://unitconvertlab.com/convert/cup_us-to-tablespoon_us