How Much Is 3.38 Tablespoons of Water in Grams?
Converting 3.38 tablespoons of water to grams gives 49.98 g. One tablespoon of water weighs 14.79g, so 3.38 tablespoons is 3.38 × 14.79 = 49.98g. This conversion is specific to water because each ingredient has a different density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 3.38 tablespoons of water
- 1 tablespoon of water = 14.79g
- 3.38 × 14.79 = 49.98g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Liquid densities vary: oils weigh less per cup than water, while syrups and honey weigh more. This is why ingredient-specific conversions matter even for liquids.
Water at Different Amounts
How water scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (3.38 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 3.38 tablespoons of water (49.98g) is close in weight to a large egg (no shell) (50g).
Other Amounts of Water
| Tablespoons | US Grams | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 14.79 g | 15.00 g | 20.00 g |
| 2 tablespoons | 29.57 g | 30.00 g | 40.00 g |
| 3 tablespoons | 44.36 g | 45.00 g | 60.00 g |
| 3.38 tablespoons | 49.98 g | 50.70 g | 67.60 g |
| 4 tablespoons | 59.15 g | 60.00 g | 80.00 g |
| 5 tablespoons | 73.93 g | 75.00 g | 100.00 g |
| 6 tablespoons | 88.72 g | 90.00 g | 120.00 g |
| 8 tablespoons | 118.30 g | 120.00 g | 160.00 g |
| 10 tablespoons | 147.87 g | 150.00 g | 200.00 g |
| 12 tablespoons | 177.44 g | 180.00 g | 240.00 g |
| 16 tablespoons | 236.59 g | 240.00 g | 320.00 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.