Conversion table
| Milliliters (mL) | Tablespoons (tbsp) |
|---|---|
| 5 mL | 0.34 |
| 10 mL | 0.68 |
| 15 mL | 1.01 |
| 20 mL | 1.35 |
| 30 mL | 2.03 |
| 50 mL | 3.38 |
| 100 mL | 6.76 |
| 250 mL | 16.91 |
How to convert mL to Tbsp
tbsp = mL ÷ 14.787US customary · metric tbsp = 15 mL · reverse: mL = tbsp × 14.787
- mL
- millilitres you enter
- tbsp
- result in tablespoons
- 14.787
- millilitres in one US tablespoon
The difference between the US (14.79 mL) and metric (15 mL) tablespoon is tiny, under 1.5%, and rarely matters in cooking.
Frequently asked questions
How many mL are in a tablespoon?
A US tablespoon is 14.787 mL; the metric tablespoon used by most measuring spoons is 15 mL.
How many tablespoons is 30 mL?
30 mL is 2.03 US tablespoons, or exactly 2 metric (15 mL) tablespoons.
How many mL is 2 tablespoons?
2 US tablespoons is 29.6 mL; 2 metric tablespoons is 30 mL.
How many mL is 3 tablespoons?
3 US tablespoons is 44.4 mL; 3 metric tablespoons is 45 mL.
Is a tablespoon 15 mL or 20 mL?
Most of the world uses a 15 mL tablespoon; Australia uses 20 mL. The US tablespoon is 14.787 mL.
How many teaspoons are in a tablespoon?
One tablespoon is 3 teaspoons, in both the US and metric systems.