Convert US cups to US tablespoons

Instantly convert US cups (cup) to US tablespoons (tbsp). Bidirectional, accurate, and free.

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Quick answer: 1 US cup = 16 US tablespoons. Formula: US tablespoons = US cups × 16.

How to convert US cups to US tablespoons

To convert US cups to US tablespoons, use the formula US tablespoons = US cups × 16. For example, 2 US cups equals 32 US tablespoons. Type any number into the calculator above and the result appears instantly — you can also type into the US tablespoons box to convert the other way.

US cups to US tablespoons conversion chart

US cupsUS tablespoons
0.25 cup4 tbsp
0.5 cup8 tbsp
1 cup16 tbsp
1.5 cup24 tbsp
2 cup32 tbsp
3 cup48 tbsp
4 cup64 tbsp
5 cup80 tbsp

Frequently asked questions

How many US tablespoons are in a US cup?

There are 16 US tablespoons in one US cup. To convert any value, apply the formula US tablespoons = US cups × 16.

What is the formula to convert US cups to US tablespoons?

The formula is US tablespoons = US cups × 16. Enter a value above and the result updates instantly in both directions.

Is this cup to tbsp converter accurate?

Yes. It uses the exact internationally-defined conversion factor, so results match official standards to several decimal places.

Can I convert US tablespoons back to US cups?

Yes — the converter is bidirectional. Type in either box and the other updates automatically using the inverse formula.

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