Ounces to Tablespoons Converter
Convert US fluid ounces (fl oz) to tablespoons (tbsp) instantly. Type a value — the result updates as you type, and the swap button converts the other way.
Ounces to Tablespoons formula
tbsp = fl oz × 2
1 US fluid ounce = 2 tablespoons · 1 tablespoon = 0.5 US fluid ounces
To convert US fluid ounces to tablespoons, multiply the value by 2. For example, 4 fl oz:
tbsp = 4 × 2tbsp = 8
So 4 fl oz = 8 tbsp.
Mental math shortcut
This conversion is exact, so there is no need to estimate: just multiply by 2.
Ounces to Tablespoons conversion table
Tablespoons back to Ounces
The same values converted the other way, rounded for everyday use:
| Tablespoons | US fluid ounces |
|---|---|
| 1 tbsp | 0.5 fl oz |
| 2 tbsp | 1 fl oz |
| 4 tbsp | 2 fl oz |
| 6 tbsp | 3 fl oz |
| 8 tbsp | 4 fl oz |
| 12 tbsp | 6 fl oz |
| 16 tbsp | 8 fl oz |
| 32 tbsp | 16 fl oz |
About the units
US fluid ounces (fl oz)
A US fluid ounce is 1/128 of a US gallon, about 29.57 ml. (A UK imperial fluid ounce is slightly smaller, 28.41 ml.)
Tablespoons (tbsp)
A US tablespoon is 3 teaspoons or 1/2 fluid ounce, about 14.79 ml. (Australia uses a 20 ml tablespoon.)
Frequently asked questions
How many tablespoons are in a US fluid ounce?
One US fluid ounce equals 2 tablespoons.
What is 4 Ounces in Tablespoons?
4 fl oz = 8 tbsp.
How do I convert Tablespoons back to Ounces?
Divide the tablespoons by 2.