Teaspoon Converter
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About Kitchen Measurements
Kitchen measurements are fundamental to cooking and baking success. Understanding how to convert between different units ensures recipe accuracy and consistency. This calculator helps you quickly convert between common kitchen measurements like teaspoons, tablespoons, cups, and milliliters.
How Kitchen Conversions Work
Kitchen measurements follow standard conversion ratios. Here are the basic relationships:
- 3 teaspoons = 1 tablespoon
- 16 tablespoons = 1 cup
- 1 teaspoon = 4.93 milliliters
- 1 fluid ounce = 6 teaspoons
Common Kitchen Conversions
| From | To | Conversion |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Tablespoon | 3 Teaspoons | 1 tbsp = 3 tsp |
| 1 Cup | 48 Teaspoons | 1 cup = 48 tsp |
| 1 Teaspoon | 4.93 Milliliters | 1 tsp = 4.93 ml |
| 1 Fluid Ounce | 6 Teaspoons | 1 fl oz = 6 tsp |
Kitchen Measurement Tips
For accurate measurements, keep these important tips in mind:
- Always use level measurements for dry ingredients
- Use proper measuring tools rather than regular tableware
- Consider using a kitchen scale for precise measurements
- Be consistent with your measuring technique
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What's the difference between US and metric measurements?
A: US and metric measurements differ slightly. For example, a US teaspoon (4.93 ml) is slightly different from a metric teaspoon (5 ml). For most home cooking, these small differences won't significantly affect your results.
Q: Should I use liquid or dry measuring cups?
A: Use liquid measuring cups for liquids and dry measuring cups for dry ingredients. Liquid measuring cups are designed to be filled to a line, while dry cups are meant to be leveled off at the top.