Convert teaspoon (metric) to cup (metric)
Please provide values below to convert teaspoon (metric) [tsp (metric)] to cup (metric) [cup (metric)], or Convert cup (metric) to teaspoon (metric).
1 tsp (metric) = 0.02 cup (metric). To convert teaspoon (metric) to cup (metric), multiply the value by 0.02; to go the other way, divide by it (1 cup (metric) = 50 tsp (metric)). Both units measure volume and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 tsp (metric) = 0.02 cup (metric)
- 1 cup (metric) = 50 tsp (metric)
- 10 tsp (metric) = 0.2 cup (metric)
- 100 tsp (metric) = 2 cup (metric)
How to Convert Teaspoon (Metric) to Cup (Metric)
1 tsp (metric) = 0.02 cup (metric)
Example: convert 15 tsp (metric) to cup (metric):
15 tsp (metric) = 15 × 0.02 cup (metric) = 0.3 cup (metric)
Teaspoon (Metric) to Cup (Metric) Conversion Table
| teaspoon (metric) | cup (metric) |
|---|---|
| 1 tsp (metric) | 0.02 cup (metric) |
| 2 tsp (metric) | 0.04 cup (metric) |
| 3 tsp (metric) | 0.06 cup (metric) |
| 5 tsp (metric) | 0.1 cup (metric) |
| 10 tsp (metric) | 0.2 cup (metric) |
| 20 tsp (metric) | 0.4 cup (metric) |
| 50 tsp (metric) | 1 cup (metric) |
| 100 tsp (metric) | 2 cup (metric) |
| 500 tsp (metric) | 10 cup (metric) |
| 1000 tsp (metric) | 20 cup (metric) |
Teaspoon (Metric)
A teaspoon (tsp) is a unit of volume measurement commonly used in cooking, equal to approximately 5 milliliters in the metric system.
History/Origin
The teaspoon originated from the traditional spoon used for eating and serving, standardized over time for measurement purposes. Its metric equivalent was established to facilitate consistent cooking and recipe measurements worldwide.
Current Use
Today, the teaspoon is widely used in cooking and baking to measure small quantities of ingredients. It is also employed in medicine for dosing and in various measurement conversions within the culinary and scientific fields.
Cup (Metric)
A metric cup is a unit of volume measurement equal to 250 milliliters.
History/Origin
The metric cup was introduced as part of the metric system to standardize volume measurements, replacing various traditional cups used in different regions.
Current Use
The metric cup is commonly used in cooking and baking in countries adopting the metric system, especially in recipes and food labeling.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 teaspoon (metric) in cup (metric)?
1 teaspoon (metric) (tsp (metric)) = 0.02 cup (metric) (cup (metric)).
How do you convert teaspoon (metric) to cup (metric)?
Multiply the teaspoon (metric) value by 0.02. For example, 25 tsp (metric) × 0.02 = 0.5 cup (metric).
What is 10 teaspoon (metric) in cup (metric)?
10 tsp (metric) = 0.2 cup (metric).
Which unit is larger, the teaspoon (metric) or the cup (metric)?
The cup (metric) is the larger unit: 1 tsp (metric) equals only 0.02 cup (metric).