Teaspoon (Metric)
The metric teaspoon equals 5 milliliters, standardized to simplify cooking and medical measurements in countries that use the metric system. Unlike the US teaspoon, the metric teaspoon is slightly larger (5 mL vs ~4.92892 mL) and is widely used in recipes, pharmaceutical dosing, and nutrition labeling. Its simplicity ensures consistency across recipes and instructions internationally.
Tablespoon (Metric)
The metric tablespoon is a cooking unit equal to 15 milliliters. Introduced to simplify cooking and nutrition measurements in metric countries, it differs slightly from the US tablespoon (≈14.7868 mL). Metric tablespoons are widely used in recipes, labeling, and culinary schools, providing precise, repeatable measurements.