Tablespoon (US) (Tbsp)
The US tablespoon, symbolized as Tbsp, equals 3 teaspoons or approximately 14.7868 milliliters. Originally based on the dining table spoon, it became standardized in the United States for cooking and nutrition. Tablespoons are widely used in recipes, food labeling, and the pharmaceutical industry. Like teaspoons, they enable consistent measurements in both home kitchens and professional culinary settings. The simplicity of linking teaspoons to tablespoons ensures practical, error-free conversions.
Fluid Ounce (US) (fl oz)
The US fluid ounce, symbol fl oz, measures approximately 29.5735 milliliters. Its origins trace back to the British Imperial fluid ounce but were standardized differently in the United States. It is used for liquids in cooking, beverages, and nutrition. Fluid ounces bridge smaller units, such as teaspoons and tablespoons, with larger units, including cups, pints, and gallons, providing flexibility and precision in culinary measurements.