The milliliter is one-thousandth of a liter, a standard metric unit of volume.
Milliliter to Metric teaspoon
Convert Milliliter to Metric teaspoon instantly. Free online cooking unit converter with exact formula, conversion table and FAQ.
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A metric teaspoon is defined as exactly 5 milliliters.
metric tsp = mL × 0.2
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Formula
metric tsp = mL × 0.2
mL = metric tsp × 5
Conversion table
| 1 mL | 0.2 metric tsp |
| 5 mL | 1 metric tsp |
| 10 mL | 2 metric tsp |
| 20 mL | 4 metric tsp |
| 50 mL | 10 metric tsp |
| 100 mL | 20 metric tsp |
| 500 mL | 100 metric tsp |
| 1000 mL | 200 metric tsp |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the source unit in this conversion?
The source unit is the milliliter (mL). The milliliter is one-thousandth of a liter, a standard metric unit of volume.
What is the destination unit in this conversion?
The destination unit is the metric teaspoon (metric tsp). A metric teaspoon is defined as exactly 5 milliliters.
How do I convert milliliter to metric teaspoon?
Multiply the milliliter value by 0.2. For example, 10 mL × 0.2 = 2 metric tsp.
Is the milliliter to metric teaspoon conversion exact?
Yes. This conversion uses a fixed factor defined for cooking measurement standards, so results are consistent every time.
Where is this conversion commonly used?
It's used when following recipes, adjusting ingredient quantities, or converting between US customary and metric cooking measurements.
Can I convert metric teaspoon back to milliliter?
Yes. Multiply the metric teaspoon value by 5 to get milliliter.
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About this conversion
This page converts milliliter (mL) to metric teaspoon (metric tsp) within the cooking converter.
The milliliter is one-thousandth of a liter, a standard metric unit of volume. A metric teaspoon is defined as exactly 5 milliliters.
The formula is metric tsp = mL × 0.2, based on each unit's fixed relationship to the cooking converter's reference units.
Results are consistent because the conversion relies on a fixed numerical ratio rather than an estimate.
Use the calculator above for instant results, or the table below for common milliliter values already converted to metric teaspoon.