Tablespoons (US) to Cups (US) Converter
Convert Tablespoons (US) to Cups (US) with the exact conversion factor, a worked example and a quick-reference table. Runs entirely in your browser.
This converter turns Tablespoons (US) into Cups (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 — Tablespoons (US) to Cups (US)
How to use this calculator
- Enter the value in Tablespoons (US) in the input box.
- Read the result in Cups (US) — it updates as you type.
- Use the Swap button to convert in the opposite direction.
- Check the quick-reference table for common Tablespoons (US) amounts.
The formula
Cups (US) = Tablespoons (US) × 0.0625
Worked example
16 tbsp = 1 cup — in full, 16 Tablespoons (US) converts to 1 Cups (US). Recipes and kitchen measuring are the everyday jobs for this conversion.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert Tablespoons (US) to Cups (US)?
Multiply the value in Tablespoons (US) by 0.0625. For example, 16 Tablespoons (US) × 0.0625 = 1 Cups (US). To go the other way, divide by 0.0625 instead — or press Swap in the converter above.
How many Cups (US) are in one Tablespoon (US)?
One Tablespoon (US) equals 0.0625 Cups (US). Scaling up, 10 Tablespoons (US) = 0.625 Cups (US) and 100 Tablespoons (US) = 6.25 Cups (US). The converter uses the full-precision factor, so typed values are more precise than the rounded figure quoted here.
Which is bigger, a Tablespoon (US) or a Cup (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 smaller in Cups (US) is reflecting the scale difference, not an error.
What is 16 Tablespoons (US) in Cups (US)?
16 Tablespoons (US) is 1 Cups (US). The math is 16 × 0.0625 = 1. Try any other amount in the converter above and the result updates as you type.