Convert Cups to Tablespoons
1 cup = 16 tbsp. Enter any value below.
Converted to every unit
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Cups to Tablespoons formula
tbsp = cup × 16
A US cup is 8 US fluid ounces, about 236.59 mL. A US tablespoon is 3 teaspoons or 1/2 fluid ounce, about 14.79 mL.
Worked example
To convert 5 cup, multiply by 16: 5 cup × 16 = 80 tbsp.
Cups to Tablespoons conversion table
| Cups | Tablespoons |
|---|---|
| 1 cup | 16 tbsp |
| 2 cup | 32 tbsp |
| 3 cup | 48 tbsp |
| 4 cup | 64 tbsp |
| 5 cup | 80 tbsp |
| 6 cup | 96 tbsp |
| 7 cup | 112 tbsp |
| 8 cup | 128 tbsp |
| 9 cup | 144 tbsp |
| 10 cup | 160 tbsp |
| 12 cup | 192 tbsp |
| 15 cup | 240 tbsp |
| 20 cup | 320 tbsp |
| 25 cup | 400 tbsp |
| 30 cup | 480 tbsp |
| 40 cup | 640 tbsp |
| 50 cup | 800 tbsp |
| 75 cup | 1,200 tbsp |
| 100 cup | 1,600 tbsp |
| 250 cup | 4,000 tbsp |
| 500 cup | 8,000 tbsp |
| 1,000 cup | 16,000 tbsp |
Frequently asked questions
How many tablespoons are in a cup (us)?
1 cup equals 16 tbsp.
How do I convert cups to tablespoons?
Use the formula tbsp = cup × 16. For example, 5 cup = 80 tbsp.
Last reviewed: October 2026 · Uses exact, internationally defined conversion factors.