Fluid ounces to tablespoons
One fl oz equals 2 tbsp. Type any number and the answer appears as you type — the maths happens in your browser.
Result
The same value in every unit
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Common values
| fluid ounces | tablespoons |
|---|---|
| 1 fl oz | 2 tbsp |
| 2 fl oz | 4 tbsp |
| 3 fl oz | 6 tbsp |
| 5 fl oz | 10 tbsp |
| 10 fl oz | 20 tbsp |
| 15 fl oz | 30 tbsp |
| 20 fl oz | 40 tbsp |
| 25 fl oz | 50 tbsp |
| 50 fl oz | 100 tbsp |
| 100 fl oz | 200 tbsp |
| 500 fl oz | 1000 tbsp |
| 1000 fl oz | 2000 tbsp |
How to use
- Enter the number of fluid ounces in the field.
- The result in tablespoons updates on every keystroke.
- Use the table below for the values people look up most often.
Formula and reverse conversion
The formula
To convert by hand: tbsp = fl oz × 2. Going back the other way, one tbsp is 0.5 fl oz.
Where the odd number comes from
The factor is not a round number because the imperial units are defined through the metric ones by international agreement: an inch is exactly 25.4 mm and a pound is exactly 0.45359237 kg. Everything else follows from those definitions.
tbsp = fl oz × 2
Frequently asked questions
How many tablespoons are in one fluid ounces?
One fl oz is 2 tbsp.
How do I convert fluid ounces to tablespoons?
Multiply by the factor: tbsp = fl oz × 2.
Is the result exact?
The factors are the exact legal definitions, and up to ten significant digits are kept in the answer. Rounding happens only in the display.
How do I convert tablespoons back to fluid ounces?
One tbsp is 0.5 fl oz — or open the reverse page linked below.