Conversion formula
mL = tbsp × 15 (Canada)
mL = tbsp × 14.7868 (US)
mL = tbsp × 14.7868 (US)
In Canada, a measuring tablespoon holds 15 mL. A US tablespoon is 14.8 mL, a negligible difference in cooking. An ordinary table spoon isn't a reliable measure: it can hold anywhere from 7 to 20 mL depending on the design. For recipes, use a measuring spoon.
Tablespoons to millilitres chart
| Tablespoons | Canada | US |
|---|---|---|
| ½ tbsp | 7.5 mL | 7.4 mL |
| 1 tbsp | 15 mL | 14.8 mL |
| 2 tbsp | 30 mL | 29.6 mL |
| 3 tbsp | 45 mL | 44.4 mL |
| 4 tbsp | 60 mL | 59.1 mL |
| 5 tbsp | 75 mL | 73.9 mL |
| 6 tbsp | 90 mL | 88.7 mL |
| 8 tbsp | 120 mL | 118.3 mL |
| 10 tbsp | 150 mL | 147.9 mL |
| 16 tbsp | 240 mL | 236.6 mL |
To convert every measure at once, use the cooking measurement converter. For an ingredient in grams, see cups to grams.