Convert dessertspoon (US) to tablespoon (US)
Please provide values below to convert dessertspoon (US) [dsp (US)] to tablespoon (US) [tbsp (US)], or Convert tablespoon (US) to dessertspoon (US).
How to Convert Dessertspoon (Us) to Tablespoon (Us)
1 dsp (US) = 0.666666644123985 tbsp (US)
Example: convert 15 dsp (US) to tbsp (US):
15 dsp (US) = 15 × 0.666666644123985 tbsp (US) = 9.99999966185978 tbsp (US)
Dessertspoon (Us) to Tablespoon (Us) Conversion Table
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Dessertspoon (Us)
A dessertspoon (US) is a unit of volume measurement equal to 1/3 of a US tablespoon, typically used in cooking to measure small quantities of ingredients.
History/Origin
The dessertspoon originated as a culinary measurement in the United States, historically used to specify serving sizes and ingredient quantities. Its exact size has varied over time but generally aligns with a third of a tablespoon.
Current Use
Today, the dessertspoon (US) is rarely used in precise measurements but remains a common informal term in recipes and cooking instructions for small ingredient quantities, especially in the US.
Tablespoon (Us)
A tablespoon (US) is a unit of volume measurement equal to 1/16 of a cup or 3 teaspoons, commonly used in cooking and recipes.
History/Origin
The tablespoon originated from the traditional measurement system used in the United States, evolving from the household spoon. Its standardized size was established to facilitate consistent cooking and baking measurements.
Current Use
Today, the tablespoon (US) is widely used in cooking, baking, and nutritional labeling to measure ingredients accurately in the United States and other countries that adopt the US customary system.