Convert Tablespoon to Liter

One tbsp equals 0.01478676478 L. This converter allows you to easily convert between Tablespoon and Liter in real time.

Formula

tbsp × 0.01478676478 = L

Example: 1 tbsp = 0.01478676478 L

What is Tablespoon?

The tablespoon is a unit of volume commonly used in cooking, defined in the US system as exactly 14.78676478125 milliliters, or half a US fluid ounce. American recipes frequently call for tablespoons of ingredients such as oil, butter, and sauces. The abbreviation "tbsp" distinguishes it from the smaller teaspoon ("tsp"). Note that tablespoon sizes vary by country: the Australian tablespoon is 20 mL, while the metric tablespoon used in some countries is exactly 15 mL.

What is Liter?

The liter is a metric unit of volume equal to 1,000 cubic centimeters or one cubic decimeter. It was introduced in France in 1795 as part of the metric system. The liter is one of the most widely used volume units in everyday life, appearing on beverage containers, fuel pumps, and cooking recipes around the world. In most countries, gasoline is sold by the liter, and engine displacement in automobiles is also expressed in liters.