Teaspoon to Tablespoon Converter (tsp to tbsp)
1 teaspoon equals 0.33333333 tablespoon — divide teaspoons by 3 (or multiply by 0.33333333) to convert. There are exactly 3 teaspoons in 1 tablespoon, so a teaspoon is one-third of a tablespoon. This is the single most-used swap in any kitchen.
The formula
Divide teaspoons by 3 to get tablespoons:
tablespoons = teaspoons × 0.33333333For example, 3 tsp × 0.33333333 = 1 tbsp. To reverse, multiply tablespoons by 3.
Conversion table
| Teaspoons (tsp) | Tablespoons (tbsp) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.33333333 |
| 2 | 0.66666667 |
| 3 | 1.00000000 |
| 5 | 1.66666667 |
| 10 | 3.33333333 |
| 25 | 8.33333333 |
| 50 | 16.66666667 |
| 100 | 33.33333333 |
| 500 | 166.66666667 |
| 1000 | 333.33333333 |
How to convert online
- Type the number of teaspoons into the first box.
- Read the equivalent tablespoon value instantly in the second box.
- Type a tablespoon value to convert back to teaspoons — it works both ways.
Use the Teaspoon to Tablespoon Converter — free and instant in your browser.
Where this conversion is used
Recipes constantly mix teaspoon and tablespoon measures, and knowing that 3 tsp make 1 tbsp saves time when you only have one measuring spoon on hand, when scaling a recipe, or when substituting between the two units without losing accuracy.
FAQ
How many teaspoons are in a tablespoon?
Exactly 3 teaspoons make 1 tablespoon, so 1 tsp = 0.33333333 tbsp.
What is the formula to convert teaspoons to tablespoons?
Multiply the teaspoon value by 0.33333333, or divide by 3. In symbols, tbsp = tsp ÷ 3.
How do I convert tablespoons back to teaspoons?
Multiply tablespoons by 3. So 4 tbsp = 12 teaspoons.
Is the conversion exact?
Yes — 3 tsp per tablespoon is exact; 0.33333333 is the rounded decimal of 1/3.
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