How Much Is 118 Tablespoons of Cornmeal in Ounces?
118 tablespoons of cornmeal equals 39.02 oz. Cornmeal has a density of 150g per cup (9.38g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 118 tablespoons of honey would be 88.45 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 118 tablespoons of cornmeal
- 1 tablespoon of cornmeal = 9.38g
- 118 × 9.38 = 1,106.25g
- Convert grams to ounces: 1,106.25 ÷ 28.3495 = 39.02 oz
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 (118 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 118 tablespoons of cornmeal (1,106.25g) is close in weight to a toaster (1,100g).
Other Amounts of Cornmeal
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.33 oz | 0.34 oz | 0.45 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 0.66 oz | 0.67 oz | 0.89 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 0.99 oz | 1.01 oz | 1.34 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 1.32 oz | 1.34 oz | 1.79 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 1.65 oz | 1.68 oz | 2.24 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 1.98 oz | 2.01 oz | 2.68 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 2.65 oz | 2.68 oz | 3.58 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 3.31 oz | 3.35 oz | 4.47 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 3.97 oz | 4.03 oz | 5.37 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 5.29 oz | 5.37 oz | 7.16 oz |
| 118 tablespoons | 39.02 oz | 39.58 oz | 52.78 oz |
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 an Ounce?
Ounces are commonly used in US recipes for cheese, meat, chocolate, and other ingredients sold by weight. Many kitchen scales offer both gram and ounce readings.