How Many Teaspoons in a Tablespoon?

There are 3 teaspoons in a tablespoon. This is a standard US cooking measurement.

How many teaspoons in a tablespoon? — see the answer and conversion table below.

Use the related converter below for custom values.

Formula

Answer: There are 3 teaspoons in a tablespoon. This is a standard US cooking measurement.

Example

Question: How many teaspoons in a tablespoon? Answer: There are 3 teaspoons in a tablespoon. This is a standard US cooking measurement.

How to Use

  1. Read the direct answer at the top of the page
  2. Check the conversion table for common values
  3. Use the related converter for custom values
  4. Browse the FAQ for common follow-up questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How many teaspoons in a half tablespoon?

There are 1.5 teaspoons in a half tablespoon (1/2 tbsp).

Is a tablespoon 3 or 4 teaspoons?

In the US and most countries, 1 tablespoon = 3 teaspoons. In Australia, 1 tablespoon = 4 teaspoons (20 ml).

How many ml in a tablespoon?

There are 14.79 ml in 1 US tablespoon. In Australia, 1 tablespoon = 20 ml.

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