How Much Is 5.8 Tablespoons of Couscous in Ounces?
5.8 tablespoons of couscous equals 2.21 oz. Couscous has a density of 173g per cup (10.81g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 5.8 tablespoons of honey would be 4.35 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 5.8 tablespoons of couscous
- 1 tablespoon of couscous = 10.81g
- 5.8 × 10.81 = 62.71g
- Convert grams to ounces: 62.71 ÷ 28.3495 = 2.21 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Couscous weigh 173g per cup when dry. Cooked weight per cup will be different.
Couscous at Different Amounts
How couscous scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (5.8 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 5.8 tablespoons of couscous (62.71g) is close in weight to a whole large egg (57g).
Other Amounts of Couscous
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.38 oz | 0.39 oz | 0.52 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 0.76 oz | 0.77 oz | 1.03 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 1.14 oz | 1.16 oz | 1.55 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 1.53 oz | 1.55 oz | 2.06 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 1.91 oz | 1.93 oz | 2.58 oz |
| 5.8 tablespoons | 2.21 oz | 2.24 oz | 2.99 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 2.29 oz | 2.32 oz | 3.10 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 3.05 oz | 3.10 oz | 4.13 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 3.81 oz | 3.87 oz | 5.16 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 4.58 oz | 4.64 oz | 6.19 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 6.10 oz | 6.19 oz | 8.25 oz |
Understanding the Units
What is a Tablespoon?
A tablespoon (tbsp) is a US customary unit of volume equal to 14.787 milliliters, 3 teaspoons, or 1/16 of a cup. It is commonly used for measuring smaller amounts of ingredients.
What is an Ounce?
Weight ounces and fluid ounces are different measurements. A fluid ounce measures volume (29.574 ml), while an ounce measures weight (28.35g). They only align for water, where 1 fl oz weighs approximately 1 oz.