What Is This Tool?
This volume converter tool transforms measurements from cup (metric), defined as exactly 250 millilitres, to tablespoon (UK), commonly standardized as 15 millilitres. It assists users in adapting ingredient volumes between metric and British culinary units.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the value in metric cups you wish to convert.
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Select 'cup (metric)' as the original unit.
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Choose 'tablespoon (UK)' as the target unit.
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Execute the conversion to see the equivalent volume in UK tablespoons.
Key Features
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Converts metric cups to UK tablespoons using a precise conversion rate.
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Browser-based tool requiring no installation.
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Supports culinary and nutritional measurement adjustments.
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Useful for recipe scaling and accurate portion sizing.
Examples
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1 cup (metric) equals approximately 14.08 UK tablespoons.
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0.5 cup (metric) equals about 7.04 UK tablespoons.
Common Use Cases
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Converting ingredient amounts between metric and UK recipes.
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Adjusting serving sizes on food packaging and dietary guidelines.
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Scaling recipes accurately for catering and cooking.
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Translating traditional British cooking measurements for modern metric users.
Tips & Best Practices
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Use measuring cups and spoons calibrated to metric and UK standards for best results.
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Double-check conversions when adapting older recipes due to historical tablespoon size differences.
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Apply the conversion for volume only; consider ingredient density for weight-related measurements.
Limitations
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Historical variations in UK tablespoon size may affect older recipe accuracy.
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Measuring tools in home settings might limit conversion precision.
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Volume conversions do not account for differences in ingredient density or weight.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the volume of a metric cup?
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A metric cup is exactly 250 millilitres or 0.25 litres.
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How much volume does a UK tablespoon represent?
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A UK tablespoon is commonly standardized as 15 millilitres in modern use.
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Why might conversions from cup (metric) to tablespoon (UK) vary?
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Older recipes may differ due to historical variations in tablespoon size and possible measurement tool limitations.
Key Terminology
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Cup (metric)
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A non-SI volume unit equal to exactly 250 millilitres, commonly used in metric cooking.
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Tablespoon (UK)
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A culinary volume unit used in the UK, standardized today as 15 millilitres.
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Conversion Rate
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The factor used to convert volumes: 1 metric cup equals approximately 14.078 UK tablespoons.