Tablespoon to Cup Converter

How to Convert Tablespoons to Cups

Converting tablespoons to cups is a common task in cooking and baking, especially when adjusting recipes or working with different measurement systems. This conversion is straightforward once you understand the relationship between these two units.

Tablespoon to Cup Conversion Formula

The formula to convert tablespoons to cups is:

\[Cups = \frac{Tablespoons}{16}\]

Where:

• Cups is the resulting volume in cups
• Tablespoons is the initial volume in tablespoons

Calculation Steps

1. Start with the number of tablespoons you want to convert
2. Divide this number by 16 (since there are 16 tablespoons in 1 cup)
3. The result is the equivalent volume in cups

Example Calculation

Let's convert 24 tablespoons to cups:

1. Start with 24 tablespoons
2. Apply the formula: \[Cups = \frac{24 \text{ tablespoons}}{16} = 1.5 \text{ cups}\]

Therefore, 24 tablespoons is equal to 1.5 cups.

Tablespoon to Cup Conversion Visualization

This bar chart visually compares 24 tablespoons to its equivalent of 1.5 cups. The chart illustrates how the same volume can be represented by different units, with tablespoons being a larger number for the same volume compared to cups.