Tablespoon
Tablespoon
A Tablespoon (symbol: tbsp) is a unit of volume used in cooking and medicine, especially in the United States and Commonwealth countries. It is approximately equal to 15 milliliters in the metric system.
Pronunciation
- /ˈteɪ.bəl.spuːn/
Etymology
The term Tablespoon is derived from the large spoon used at the table for serving, in contrast to the smaller teaspoon used for stirring and sipping.
Usage
In medicine, the tablespoon is often used as a measure of volume for liquid medicines. In cooking, it is used to measure both liquid and dry ingredients.
Related Terms
- Teaspoon: A smaller unit of volume, typically used for measuring smaller quantities. One tablespoon is equivalent to three teaspoons.
- Cup (unit): A larger unit of volume, often used in cooking recipes. One cup is equivalent to 16 tablespoons.
- Fluid ounce: A unit of volume used in the United States. One fluid ounce is equivalent to two tablespoons.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Tablespoon
- Wikipedia's article - Tablespoon
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