How Much Is 20 Tablespoons of Cornmeal in Grams?
Converting 20 tablespoons of cornmeal to grams gives 187.50 g. One tablespoon of cornmeal weighs 9.38g, so 20 tablespoons is 20 × 9.38 = 187.5g. This conversion is specific to cornmeal because each ingredient has a different density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 20 tablespoons of cornmeal
- 1 tablespoon of cornmeal = 9.38g
- 20 × 9.38 = 187.5g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Pour grains into the measuring spoon and level off. Do not shake or tap, as this settles the grains and increases the weight.
Cornmeal at Different Amounts
How cornmeal scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (20 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 20 tablespoons of cornmeal (187.5g) is close in weight to a smartphone (175g).
Other Amounts of Cornmeal
| Tablespoons | US Grams | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 9.38 g | 9.51 g | 12.68 g |
| 2 tablespoons | 18.75 g | 19.02 g | 25.36 g |
| 3 tablespoons | 28.13 g | 28.53 g | 38.04 g |
| 4 tablespoons | 37.50 g | 38.04 g | 50.72 g |
| 5 tablespoons | 46.88 g | 47.55 g | 63.40 g |
| 6 tablespoons | 56.25 g | 57.06 g | 76.08 g |
| 8 tablespoons | 75.00 g | 76.08 g | 101.44 g |
| 10 tablespoons | 93.75 g | 95.10 g | 126.80 g |
| 12 tablespoons | 112.50 g | 114.12 g | 152.16 g |
| 16 tablespoons | 150.00 g | 152.16 g | 202.88 g |
| 20 tablespoons | 187.50 g | 190.20 g | 253.60 g |
Understanding the Units
What is a Tablespoon?
One tablespoon holds about 15 milliliters. There are 16 tablespoons in a cup and 3 teaspoons in a tablespoon. In baking, tablespoon measurements are used for butter, oil, honey, and other ingredients where a full cup would be too much.
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.