Cups to Tablespoons
Convert Cups to Tablespoons instantly. Free online volume unit converter with exact formula, conversion table and FAQ.
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Formula
tbsp = cup × 16
cup = tbsp ÷ 16
Conversion table
| 1 cup | 16 tbsp |
| 5 cup | 80 tbsp |
| 10 cup | 160 tbsp |
| 20 cup | 320 tbsp |
| 50 cup | 800 tbsp |
| 100 cup | 1600 tbsp |
| 500 cup | 8000 tbsp |
| 1000 cup | 16000 tbsp |
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Frequently asked questions
How many Tablespoons are in one Cup?
One Cup equals 16 tbsp.
How do I convert Cups to Tablespoons?
Multiply the value in Cups by 16 to get Tablespoons. Formula: tbsp = cup × 16.
Is this Cups to Tablespoons conversion exact?
Yes. It is based on internationally recognized unit definitions, so the factor 16 is exact to the precision shown.
When is Cups to Tablespoons commonly used?
It is commonly used for fuel, beverages, cooking, water storage, agriculture, laboratories, and everyday industrial liquid measurements.
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About this conversion
The Cup and the Tablespoon are both units of volume. The US cup is a customary kitchen volume unit equal to one sixteenth of a US gallon, used throughout American recipes. The US tablespoon is a common cooking measurement equal to three teaspoons, used for liquid and dry ingredients in recipes. To convert, multiply the Cups value by 16 (formula: tbsp = cup × 16). It is commonly used for fuel, beverages, cooking, water storage, agriculture, laboratories, and everyday industrial liquid measurements. This conversion factor is derived directly from the internationally accepted metric and customary unit definitions, so results are precise and repeatable.