How many ml are in 1 tablespoon?
In common Japanese kitchen measurement, 1 tablespoon is 15 ml and 1 teaspoon is 5 ml.
Tablespoon, Teaspoon, ml Converter
Quickly convert between tablespoons, teaspoons, and ml while cooking. The gram guide is based on water density.
Input
Choose an amount and unit to convert it into tablespoons, teaspoons, and ml.
Common amounts
Unit
Converted result
1
tbsp
3
tsp
15
ml
15
g guide
The gram value uses water density as a rough guide. Use the weight converter for ingredient-specific weights.
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How to use
- Enter the amount on the left.
- Choose the original unit from tablespoon, teaspoon, or ml.
- Converted values appear automatically on the right.
Formula
1 tablespoon = 15 ml and 1 teaspoon = 5 ml. The gram guide treats 1 ml as 1 g, like water.
Notes
- Ingredient-specific gram conversion depends on density.
- Powders change weight depending on how they are scooped or packed.
- Use a kitchen scale when exact measurement matters.
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FAQ
Is the gram value exact for each ingredient?
No. This tool uses water as a rough guide. Use the ingredient weight converter for ingredient-specific estimates.
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