Tablespoons (tbsp) to Centiliters (cL) Conversion
Tablespoons
The tablespoon is a unit of volume used in culinary measurement, equal to exactly 14.7868 mL in the US customary system (half a US fluid ounce, or three teaspoons). The metric tablespoon is defined as exactly 15 mL. The tablespoon is critically important for spices, oils, and condiments in recipes where gram-level precision is impractical for home cooks.
Centiliters
The centilitre is a unit of volume equal to one hundredth of a litre (10 mL), used primarily in Europe for expressing beverage servings and wine bottle volumes. A standard wine glass serving in European restaurants is typically 12.5 cL, and spirits are commonly served in 2.5 or 5 cL measures. The centilitre is rarely used in scientific contexts, where millilitres and litres are preferred.
| Tablespoons (tbsp) | Centiliters (cL) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 tbsp | 0.1478676 cL |
| 1 tbsp | 1.478676 cL |
| 2 tbsp | 2.957352 cL |
| 3 tbsp | 4.436028 cL |
| 5 tbsp | 7.39338 cL |
| 10 tbsp | 14.78676 cL |
| 20 tbsp | 29.57352 cL |
| 30 tbsp | 44.36028 cL |
| 50 tbsp | 73.9338 cL |
| 100 tbsp | 147.8676 cL |
| 1000 tbsp | 1478.676 cL |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How many centiliters are in 1 tablespoons?
1 tablespoons (tbsp) is exactly 1.4787 centiliters (cL).
How do I convert tablespoons to centiliters?
Multiply the value in tablespoons by 1.4787 to get the result in centiliters. Or use the converter above — type any number and see the result instantly.