How many ml are in 1 tablespoon?
In common Japanese kitchen measurement, 1 tablespoon is 15 ml and 1 teaspoon is 5 ml.
Kitchen
Tablespoon, Teaspoon, ml Converter
Quickly convert between tablespoons, teaspoons, and ml while cooking. The gram guide is based on water density.
Updated: May 15, 2026
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.
Useful tips
- Useful when you want to check how many ml are in 1 tablespoon; adjust inputs to compare outcomes.
- Useful when you want to convert teaspoons to tablespoons; adjust inputs to compare outcomes.
- Prefer product labels, recipe notes, and equipment markings when available.
- When unsure, start with a smaller or shorter estimate and adjust from the actual result.
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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