How Much Is 6.4 Tablespoons of All-Purpose Flour in Grams?
Converting 6.4 tablespoons of all-purpose flour to grams gives 50.06 g. One tablespoon of all-purpose flour weighs 7.82g, so 6.4 tablespoons is 6.4 × 7.82 = 50.06g. This conversion is specific to all-purpose flour because each ingredient has a different density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 6.4 tablespoons of all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour = 7.82g
- 6.4 × 7.82 = 50.06g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Different flour types have very different weights per cup. Always check the specific flour your recipe calls for rather than using a generic "flour" conversion.
All-Purpose Flour at Different Amounts
How all-purpose flour scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (6.4 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 6.4 tablespoons of all-purpose flour (50.06g) is close in weight to a large egg (no shell) (50g).
Other Amounts of All-Purpose Flour
| Tablespoons | US Grams | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 7.82 g | 7.94 g | 10.58 g |
| 2 tablespoons | 15.65 g | 15.87 g | 21.16 g |
| 3 tablespoons | 23.47 g | 23.81 g | 31.74 g |
| 4 tablespoons | 31.29 g | 31.74 g | 42.32 g |
| 5 tablespoons | 39.11 g | 39.68 g | 52.90 g |
| 6 tablespoons | 46.94 g | 47.61 g | 63.48 g |
| 6.4 tablespoons | 50.06 g | 50.79 g | 67.71 g |
| 8 tablespoons | 62.58 g | 63.48 g | 84.64 g |
| 10 tablespoons | 78.23 g | 79.35 g | 105.80 g |
| 12 tablespoons | 93.87 g | 95.22 g | 126.96 g |
| 16 tablespoons | 125.16 g | 126.96 g | 169.28 g |
Understanding the Units
What is a Tablespoon?
A tablespoon is roughly the volume of a large soup spoon. In precise terms, 1 US tablespoon equals 14.787 ml, which is very close to the 15 ml metric standard used in most of the world. Three teaspoons make one tablespoon.
What is a Gram?
A gram (g) is a metric unit of mass equal to 1/1000 of a kilogram. It is the standard weight measurement for precise baking worldwide. Professional bakers prefer grams because they are more accurate than volume measurements.