How many mL is 1 US tablespoon?

1 US tablespoon equals 14.7868 mL (approximately 14.79 mL). This is defined as exactly 1/16 of a US cup.

How many mL is 1 UK tablespoon?

1 UK (imperial) tablespoon equals 17.7582 mL. It is larger than the US tablespoon.

How many mL is 1 metric tablespoon?

1 metric tablespoon equals exactly 15 mL. It is used in Australia and several other countries.

Is a tablespoon the same worldwide?

No. The US tablespoon is 14.79 mL, the UK/imperial tablespoon is 17.76 mL, and the metric tablespoon (used in Australia and some other countries) is 15 mL. Always check which standard a recipe uses.

How many tablespoons are in 100 mL?

Using US tablespoons: about 6.76 tbsp. Using metric tablespoons: about 6.67 tbsp. Using UK tablespoons: about 5.63 tbsp.

Tablespoons to Milliliters Converter

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Convert tablespoons (US, UK, or metric) to milliliters instantly, with a quick-reference conversion table.

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1 US tablespoon = 14.7868 mL

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US tablespoons → mL

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Summary

Convert tablespoons (US, UK, or metric) to milliliters instantly, with a quick-reference conversion table.

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Enter the number of tablespoons in the input field.
Select the tablespoon standard: US, UK, or metric.
The milliliter result updates instantly as you type.
Copy the result with one click.
Scroll down to see a reference table for common tablespoon amounts.

Use cases

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Check how many mL a medication tablespoon dose equals.
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Last updated: 2026-07-01 · Reviewed by Nham Vu