Tablespoon to Milliliter Converter (tbsp to mL)
1 tablespoon equals 14.786765 milliliters — multiply the number of tablespoons by 14.786765 to convert to milliliters. That is the US tablespoon; it is often rounded to 15 mL on measuring spoons, but the precise figure is 14.79 mL.
The formula
To convert tablespoons to milliliters, multiply by the exact factor 14.786765:
mL = tbsp × 14.786765
For example, 10 tbsp × 14.786765 = 147.867648 mL. To reverse it, divide milliliters by 14.786765 (or multiply by 0.06762805).
Conversion table
| Tablespoons (tbsp) | Milliliters (mL) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 14.786765 |
| 2 | 29.573530 |
| 3 | 44.360295 |
| 5 | 73.933825 |
| 10 | 147.867648 |
| 25 | 369.669120 |
| 50 | 739.338240 |
| 100 | 1478.676480 |
| 250 | 3696.691200 |
| 500 | 7393.382400 |
| 1000 | 14786.764800 |
How to convert online
Type the number of tablespoons in the first box and read the milliliters instantly in the second. Enter a milliliter value instead to convert back — it works both ways — then copy the result or scan the reference table.
Use the Tablespoon to Milliliter Converter — free and instant in your browser.
Where this conversion is needed
Converting spoons to milliliters is a daily need when a recipe or medicine dose lists tablespoons but your measuring tools are metric. It is also useful in bar work, nutrition tracking and lab prep, where precise millilitre amounts matter more than a rounded 15 mL spoon.
FAQ
How many milliliters are in a tablespoon?
One US tablespoon equals 14.786765 mL. So 10 tbsp = 147.867648 mL.
What is the formula to convert tablespoons to milliliters?
mL = tbsp × 14.786765. The converter applies this exact factor automatically.
How do I convert milliliters back to tablespoons?
Divide by 14.786765, or multiply by 0.06762805. So 15 mL is about 1.01 tbsp.
Is a tablespoon exactly 15 mL?
No — the US tablespoon is 14.786765 mL. Some countries define it as exactly 15 mL (Australia uses 20 mL), so check which standard your recipe follows.
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