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cups to tablespoons Converter
Convert cups to tablespoons instantly. Includes a reference table and formula.
Quick answer: To convert cups to tablespoons, multiply by 16. For example, 1 cups = 16 tablespoons. Use the calculator below for any value.
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Common conversions
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Formula:
How to convert cups to tablespoons
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Enter your value
Type the number of cups you want to convert into the left box. The result in tablespoons appears instantly in the right box. You can also type into the right box to convert in the other direction.
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Use the swap button
Click the ⇄ Swap button to reverse the conversion — tablespoons to cups. Your current value carries across so you don't have to re-enter anything.
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About cups and tablespoons
cups and tablespoons are both cooking and baking measurements. Use this converter to switch between them instantly.
💡 Did you know?
1 US cup = 16 tablespoons. 1 Australian metric cup (250 ml) = 12.5 Australian tablespoons (20 ml). Tablespoon size differs between systems — always check whether 'tbsp' means UK/US (15 ml) or Australian (20 ml).
📊 Common conversions at a glance
| cups | tablespoons |
|---|---|
| 0.0625 | 1 |
| 0.125 | 2 |
| 0.25 | 4 |
| 0.33 | 5.28 |
| 0.5 | 8 |
| 0.75 | 12 |
Reviewed for 2026. cups ↔ tablespoons conversion factor verified against published reference data. Built by a UK-based qualified primary teacher and FA Level 2 coach as part of 247QuickTools' free utility-tools project.