120ml to tbsp: The conversion guide you need

Introduction

Cooking recipes often call for ingredients to be measured in tablespoons (tbsp), but what if you only have a 120ml measuring cup? No worries! This guide will show you how to easily convert 120ml to tbsp so you can follow any recipe with confidence.

What is a tablespoon?

A tablespoon (tbsp) is a unit of volume in the US customary system and the imperial system. One tbsp is approximately 14.78683 ml. Tablespoons are commonly used to measure ingredients in cooking recipes, as well as to measure small amounts of liquids.

How to convert 120ml to tbsp

To convert 120ml to tbsp, simply divide 120 by 14.78683. This will give you the equivalent number of tbsp. For example:

120 ml ÷ 14.78683 ml/tbsp = 8.1 tbsp

Therefore, 120ml is equal to 8.1 tbsp.

Table of conversions

The following table provides a list of common conversions from ml to tbsp:

Frequently asked questions

Q: Why are there different tablespoon sizes?

A: There are two different tablespoon sizes in common use today: the US tablespoon and the metric tablespoon. The US tablespoon is approximately 14.78683 ml, while the metric tablespoon is exactly 15 ml.

Q: Which tablespoon size should I use?

A: The tablespoon size you should use depends on the recipe you are following. If the recipe is written in US customary units, you should use the US tablespoon size. If the recipe is written in metric units, you should use the metric tablespoon size.

Q: Can I use a kitchen scale to measure 120ml?

A: Yes, you can use a kitchen scale to measure 120ml. Simply place an empty bowl on the scale and press the "tare" button to zero the scale. Then, add 120ml of liquid to the bowl and the scale will display the weight in grams. You can then convert the grams to tbsp using the following formula:

grams ÷ 29.57353 = tbsp

Q: How can I convert tbsp to ml?

A: To convert tbsp to ml, simply multiply the number of tbsp by 14.78683.

Q: What are some creative ways to use tablespoons?

• Use a tablespoon to scoop out cookie dough
• Use a tablespoon to measure out coffee grounds
• Use a tablespoon to stir sauces and gravies
• Use a tablespoon to spoon out ice cream
• Use a tablespoon to measure out spices

Q: How can I remember how to convert 120ml to tbsp?

A: A simple way to remember how to convert 120ml to tbsp is to divide 120 by 8. This will give you the equivalent number of tbsp.

Q: What are some tips for measuring ingredients using a tablespoon?

A: Here are some tips for measuring ingredients using a tablespoon:

• Level off the tablespoon with a knife or straight edge.
• Do not overfill the tablespoon.
• Use a measuring spoon to measure dry ingredients.
• Use a tablespoon to measure liquid ingredients.