US Cups to Tablespoons Converter (cup to tbsp)

1 cup = 16 tbsp

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Formula

To convert US cups to tablespoons, multiply the value by 16.

tbsp = cup × 16

Example calculation

Convert 5 cup to tbsp:

5 cup × 16 = 80 tbsp

Conversion table

US cups → tablespoons
cuptbsp
116.0000
232.0000
348.0000
464.0000
580.0000
696.0000
7112.0000
8128.0000
9144.0000
10160.0000
15240.0000
20320.0000
25400.0000
30480.0000
35560.0000
40640.0000
45720.0000
50800.0000
55880.0000
60960.0000
651040.0000
701120.0000
751200.0000
801280.0000
851360.0000
901440.0000
951520.0000
1001600.0000
2003200.0000
5008000.0000
100016000.0000
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Note: "cup" here means the US cup (about 236.6 mL). Metric cups (250 mL), imperial cups and US/UK fluid ounces are listed as separate units.

About the units

US Cup (cup)
The US customary cup (about 236.588 mL), the default "cup" in American recipes.
Tablespoon (tbsp)
A US kitchen measure equal to 3 teaspoons (about 14.787 mL).

Frequently asked questions

How do I convert US cups to tablespoons?
To convert US cups to tablespoons, multiply the value by 16.
How many tablespoons are in 1 US cup?
1 US cup equals 16 tbsp.
How many tablespoons are in 10 US cups?
10 cup equals 160 tbsp.
How do I convert tablespoons back to US cups?
Use the reverse converter: 1 tablespoon equals 0.0625 cup.
Is this converter accurate?
Yes. It uses the exact SI/NIST definitions of each unit and shows up to 6 significant digits.

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