How Much Is 2.67 Tablespoons of Cumin in Ounces?
2.67 tablespoons of cumin equals 0.61 oz. Cumin has a density of 104g per cup (6.5g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 2.67 tablespoons of honey would be 2.00 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 2.67 tablespoons of cumin
- 1 tablespoon of cumin = 6.5g
- 2.67 × 6.5 = 17.36g
- Convert grams to ounces: 17.36 ÷ 28.3495 = 0.61 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Ground spices like cumin settle and compact during storage. Stir or fluff before measuring by volume for a consistent amount.
Cumin at Different Amounts
How cumin scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (2.67 tablespoons) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Cumin
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.23 oz | 0.23 oz | 0.31 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 0.46 oz | 0.47 oz | 0.62 oz |
| 2.67 tablespoons | 0.61 oz | 0.62 oz | 0.83 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 0.69 oz | 0.70 oz | 0.93 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 0.92 oz | 0.93 oz | 1.24 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 1.15 oz | 1.16 oz | 1.55 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 1.38 oz | 1.40 oz | 1.86 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 1.83 oz | 1.86 oz | 2.48 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 2.29 oz | 2.33 oz | 3.10 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 2.75 oz | 2.79 oz | 3.72 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 3.67 oz | 3.72 oz | 4.96 oz |
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 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.