Cups (US) to Tablespoons (US) Converter
Convert Cups (US) to Tablespoons (US) with the exact conversion factor, a worked example and a quick-reference table. Runs entirely in your browser.
This converter turns Cups (US) into Tablespoons (US) instantly using the standard definition of both units. It includes the formula, a worked example, and a quick table for common amounts, and it works for any value you type — including decimals and negatives where they make sense.
Quick reference — Cups (US) to Tablespoons (US)
How to use this calculator
- Enter the value in Cups (US) in the input box.
- Read the result in Tablespoons (US) — it updates as you type.
- Use the Swap button to convert in the opposite direction.
- Check the quick-reference table for common Cups (US) amounts.
The formula
Tablespoons (US) = Cups (US) × 16
Worked example
1 cup = 16 tbsp — in full, 1 Cups (US) converts to 16 Tablespoons (US). Recipes and kitchen measuring are the everyday jobs for this conversion.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert Cups (US) to Tablespoons (US)?
Multiply the value in Cups (US) by 16. For example, 1 Cups (US) × 16 = 16 Tablespoons (US). To go the other way, divide by 16 instead — or press Swap in the converter above.
How many Tablespoons (US) are in one Cup (US)?
One Cup (US) equals 16 Tablespoons (US). Scaling up, 10 Cups (US) = 160 Tablespoons (US) and 100 Cups (US) = 1,600 Tablespoons (US). The converter uses the full-precision factor, so typed values are more precise than the rounded figure quoted here.
Which is bigger, a Cup (US) or a Tablespoon (US)?
A Cup (US) is bigger. One Cup (US) equals 16 Tablespoons (US), while one Tablespoon (US) is only 0.0625 Cups (US). So a measurement that looks larger in Tablespoons (US) is reflecting the scale difference, not an error.
What is 1 Cups (US) in Tablespoons (US)?
1 Cups (US) is 16 Tablespoons (US). The math is 1 × 16 = 16. Try any other amount in the converter above and the result updates as you type.