1/2 Cup in Teaspoons Converter
Convert 1/2 cup in teaspoons for accurate cooking and baking measurements
Convert Cup Measurements to Teaspoons
1/2 cup = 24 teaspoons
Formula: 1 cup = 48 teaspoons, so 1/2 cup = 48 ÷ 2 = 24 teaspoons
24 teaspoons = 1/2 cup
Formula: 48 teaspoons = 1 cup, so 24 teaspoons = 24 ÷ 48 = 0.5 cups (1/2 cup)
Common Conversions
| Cups | Teaspoons |
|---|---|
| 1/8 cup | 6 tsp |
| 1/4 cup | 12 tsp |
| 1/3 cup | 16 tsp |
| 1/2 cup | 24 tsp |
| 2/3 cup | 32 tsp |
| 3/4 cup | 36 tsp |
| 1 cup | 48 tsp |
| 2 cups | 96 tsp |
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1/2 Cup in Teaspoons Conversion Guide
This simple tool helps people who love cooking, like chefs, homemakers, and others, convert cups of ingredients into teaspoons easily. With this tool, you can quickly convert cup measurements to teaspoons without wasting a single minute. Plus, it provides accurate answers.
How Many Teaspoons are in 1/2 Cup?
In the standard US measurement system:
- 1 cup = 48 teaspoons
- 1/2 cup = 24 teaspoons
This conversion is essential to know when working with recipes that use different volume measurements.
How to Convert 1/2 Cup to Teaspoons
To convert 1/2 cup to teaspoons, follow these steps:
- Know that 1 cup equals 48 teaspoons in the US measurement system
- Multiply the cup value by 48
- For 1/2 cup: 0.5 × 48 = 24 teaspoons
Why Convert Between Cups and Teaspoons?
Converting between cups and teaspoons is often necessary when:
- Scaling recipes up or down
- Using measuring tools of different sizes
- Following recipes from different regions that use various measurement units
- Needing more precise measurements for ingredients like spices, extracts, or leavening agents
Common Kitchen Measurement Equivalents
| Cup Measurement | Tablespoon Equivalent | Teaspoon Equivalent | Milliliter Equivalent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/8 cup | 2 tbsp | 6 tsp | 29.57 ml |
| 1/4 cup | 4 tbsp | 12 tsp | 59.15 ml |
| 1/3 cup | 5 tbsp + 1 tsp | 16 tsp | 78.86 ml |
| 1/2 cup | 8 tbsp | 24 tsp | 118.29 ml |
| 2/3 cup | 10 tbsp + 2 tsp | 32 tsp | 157.73 ml |
| 3/4 cup | 12 tbsp | 36 tsp | 177.44 ml |
| 1 cup | 16 tbsp | 48 tsp | 236.59 ml |
Did You Know?
Measuring ingredients by volume (cups, teaspoons) rather than weight can sometimes lead to inconsistencies in recipes. For the most accurate results, especially in baking, consider using a kitchen scale to measure ingredients by weight.