6 tablespoons (tbsp) equals 18 teaspoons (tsp).
Since 1 tablespoon is equal to 3 teaspoons, multiplying 6 by 3 gives the total teaspoons. This simple multiplication converts tablespoons to teaspoons accurately.
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Conversion Formula
The formula to convert tablespoons (tbsp) to teaspoons (tsp) is:
tsp = tbsp × 3
This works because one tablespoon contains exactly three teaspoons. So, to find how many teaspoons are in any amount of tablespoons, multiply the tablespoons by three.
For example, converting 6 tbsp:
- Start with 6 tbsp
- Multiply by 3 (since 1 tbsp = 3 tsp)
- 6 × 3 = 18 tsp
- Therefore, 6 tablespoons equals 18 teaspoons
Conversion Example
- Example: 4 tbsp to tsp
- Take 4 tablespoons
- Multiply by 3: 4 × 3 = 12
- Result: 12 teaspoons
- Example: 2.5 tbsp to tsp
- Start with 2.5 tablespoons
- Multiply 2.5 by 3: 2.5 × 3 = 7.5
- So, 2.5 tbsp equals 7.5 tsp
- Example: 10 tbsp to tsp
- Begin with 10 tablespoons
- Multiply: 10 × 3 = 30
- The conversion is 30 teaspoons
- Example: 0.75 tbsp to tsp
- Take 0.75 tablespoons
- Calculate: 0.75 × 3 = 2.25
- Equivalent to 2.25 teaspoons
Conversion Chart
The chart below shows tablespoon values from -19.0 to 31.0 and their equivalent teaspoons values. To use it, find the tablespoon value you want, and read across to see the teaspoons.
| Tablespoons (tbsp) | Teaspoons (tsp) |
|---|---|
| -19.0 | -57.0 |
| -18.0 | -54.0 |
| -17.0 | -51.0 |
| -16.0 | -48.0 |
| -15.0 | -45.0 |
| -14.0 | -42.0 |
| -13.0 | -39.0 |
| -12.0 | -36.0 |
| -11.0 | -33.0 |
| -10.0 | -30.0 |
| -9.0 | -27.0 |
| -8.0 | -24.0 |
| -7.0 | -21.0 |
| -6.0 | -18.0 |
| -5.0 | -15.0 |
| -4.0 | -12.0 |
| -3.0 | -9.0 |
| -2.0 | -6.0 |
| -1.0 | -3.0 |
| 0.0 | 0.0 |
| 1.0 | 3.0 |
| 2.0 | 6.0 |
| 3.0 | 9.0 |
| 4.0 | 12.0 |
| 5.0 | 15.0 |
| 6.0 | 18.0 |
| 7.0 | 21.0 |
| 8.0 | 24.0 |
| 9.0 | 27.0 |
| 10.0 | 30.0 |
| 11.0 | 33.0 |
| 12.0 | 36.0 |
| 13.0 | 39.0 |
| 14.0 | 42.0 |
| 15.0 | 45.0 |
| 16.0 | 48.0 |
| 17.0 | 51.0 |
| 18.0 | 54.0 |
| 19.0 | 57.0 |
| 20.0 | 60.0 |
| 21.0 | 63.0 |
| 22.0 | 66.0 |
| 23.0 | 69.0 |
| 24.0 | 72.0 |
| 25.0 | 75.0 |
| 26.0 | 78.0 |
| 27.0 | 81.0 |
| 28.0 | 84.0 |
| 29.0 | 87.0 |
| 30.0 | 90.0 |
| 31.0 | 93.0 |
Related Conversion Questions
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- What’s the difference between 6 tbsp and 18 tsp in volume?
- Why does 6 tablespoons equal 18 teaspoons in measurement?
Conversion Definitions
tbsp (Tablespoon): A tablespoon is a unit of volume commonly used in cooking and recipes. It equals exactly three teaspoons, or about 14.79 milliliters in US measurement. Its symbol “tbsp” is used to distinguish from the teaspoon. Tablespoons measure both liquid and dry ingredients.
tsp (Teaspoon): A teaspoon is a smaller volume unit, used mostly for measuring spices, baking powder, and small amounts of liquid. One teaspoon equals 1/3 of a tablespoon or about 4.93 milliliters in US customary units. The abbreviation “tsp” is standard in recipes and cooking instructions.
Conversion FAQs
Can I convert 6 tablespoons to teaspoons using fractions?
Yes, since 1 tablespoon equals 3 teaspoons, 6 tablespoons is 6 × 3. Using fractions, if you prefer, 6 = 6/1, multiply by 3/1 to get 18/1 or 18 teaspoons. Fractions works well if you are handling smaller or mixed units.
Does the conversion between tbsp and tsp change with ingredient type?
No, the conversion is based on volume units only, so it stays the same regardless of whether the ingredient is liquid or dry. Although ingredient density varies, the volume measurement stays consistent for tablespoons and teaspoons.
Why is the conversion factor exactly 3 between tablespoons and teaspoons?
This is because the teaspoon is defined as one-third of a tablespoon in US customary measurements. This exact ratio allows for straightforward conversions between these two units without rounding errors.
Are tablespoon and tablespoon measurements the same worldwide?
Not always. The US tablespoon is about 14.79 ml, but in Australia and UK it can be 15 ml or 20 ml. This means the tsp to tbsp conversion might slightly differ depending on country standards, but the 3x factor is common in US context.
How to convert large amounts of tablespoons to teaspoons quickly?
Simply multiply the number of tablespoons by 3. For very large numbers, using a calculator or the conversion tool above helps prevent mistakes, but the math remains the same: multiply by 3.