A US tablespoon is half a US fluid ounce.
Tablespoons to Centiliters Converter — tbsp to cL
Convert Tablespoon (tbsp) to Centiliter (cL) using the exact conversion factor (1 tablespoon = 1.478676478 centiliter). See the formula, worked examples, conversion table, and common uses.
Tablespoons to Centiliters converter
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Context values
Some unit families need one extra value for a physically accurate result.
Centiliter is 0.01 liter units.
Result = input x 1.47867648e-5 / 1e-5.
Volume uses the cubic meter as the base unit.
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About Converting Tablespoons to Centiliters
Tablespoon and Centiliter appear side by side at fuel pumps and on beverage labels, since the US measures liquids in gallons while most of the world uses liters. Tablespoon is most often used for us recipe and cooking measurement.
Formula
centiliters = tablespoons × 1.47867647812
This factor comes from each unit's defined relationship to the category's base unit: 1 tablespoon equals 0.0000147867647813 base units, and 1 centiliter equals 0.00001 base units, so dividing one by the other gives the direct tablespoon-to-centiliter factor of 1.47867647812.
Simple example
1 tbsp × 1.478676478 = 1.478676478 cL
1 tablespoon = 1.478676478 centiliters.
Real-world example
10 tbsp × 1.478676478 = 14.78676478 cL
10 tablespoons = 14.78676478 centiliters.
Conversion table
| Tablespoon (tbsp) | Centiliter (cL) |
|---|---|
| 1 tbsp | 1.478676478 cL |
| 5 tbsp | 7.393382391 cL |
| 10 tbsp | 14.78676478 cL |
| 25 tbsp | 36.96691195 cL |
| 50 tbsp | 73.93382391 cL |
| 100 tbsp | 147.8676478 cL |
Reverse conversion: Centiliter to Tablespoon
1.478676478 cL × 0.676280454 = 0.9999999999 tbsp
1.478676478 centiliters = 0.9999999999 tablespoons.
tablespoons = centiliters × 0.676280454037
For a page dedicated to this direction, see Centiliter to Tablespoon.
Understanding the Tablespoon
Tablespoon (tbsp) measures volume. The US tablespoon is exactly 14.78676478125 milliliters — 3 US teaspoons, or 1/16 of a US cup. It is classified as a US customary unit.
Where it's used: United States (cooking and recipe measurement)
Uses of the Tablespoon today
- US recipe and cooking measurement
- Nutrition labeling serving sizes in the US
- Medication dosing instructions in the US
Understanding the Centiliter (cL)
Centiliter is 0.01 liter units.
Tablespoon — sources
- NIST Handbook 44, Appendix C — General tables of units including the US tablespoon definition.
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Frequently asked questions
How many centiliters are in 1 tablespoon?
1 tablespoon equals 1.478676478 centiliters, using the exact defined conversion factor rather than an estimate.
How do I convert tablespoon to centiliter?
Multiply the tablespoon value by 1.478676478. The converter above does this instantly to whatever precision you set.
How do I convert centiliter back to tablespoon?
Use the reverse factor: 1 centiliter equals 0.676280454 tablespoons. You can also use the swap control in the converter above to flip the direction instantly.
What is a tablespoon?
Tablespoon (tbsp) measures volume. The US tablespoon is exactly 14.78676478125 milliliters — 3 US teaspoons, or 1/16 of a US cup. It is classified as a US customary unit.
What is a centiliter?
Centiliter (cL) is a unit of volume.
Is the tablespoon to centiliter conversion exact?
Yes. The US tablespoon is exactly 14.78676478125 milliliters — 3 US teaspoons, or 1/16 of a US cup. That fixed definition is what the converter above uses, so any rounding you see is a display choice, not a limitation of the math.
Where is the tablespoon still used today?
United States (cooking and recipe measurement)