How Much Is 18.39 Tablespoons of Flaxseed in Ounces?
Converting 18.39 tablespoons of flaxseed to ounces gives 6.00 oz. One tablespoon of flaxseed weighs 9.25g, so 18.39 tablespoons is 18.39 × 9.25 = 170.11g (6.00 oz). This conversion is specific to flaxseed because each ingredient has a different density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 18.39 tablespoons of flaxseed
- 1 tablespoon of flaxseed = 9.25g
- 18.39 × 9.25 = 170.11g
- Convert grams to ounces: 170.11 ÷ 28.3495 = 6.00 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Ground and whole flaxseed have different densities. Make sure you are using the form your recipe specifies.
Flaxseed at Different Amounts
How flaxseed scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (18.39 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 18.39 tablespoons of flaxseed (170.11g) is close in weight to a smartphone (175g).
Other Amounts of Flaxseed
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.33 oz | 0.33 oz | 0.44 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 0.65 oz | 0.66 oz | 0.88 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 0.98 oz | 0.99 oz | 1.32 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 1.31 oz | 1.32 oz | 1.77 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 1.63 oz | 1.65 oz | 2.21 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 1.96 oz | 1.99 oz | 2.65 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 2.61 oz | 2.65 oz | 3.53 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 3.26 oz | 3.31 oz | 4.41 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 3.92 oz | 3.97 oz | 5.30 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 5.22 oz | 5.30 oz | 7.06 oz |
| 18.39 tablespoons | 6.00 oz | 6.09 oz | 8.12 oz |
Understanding the Units
What is a Tablespoon?
Tablespoon sizes differ by country. A US tablespoon is 14.787 ml, close to the 15 ml metric standard used in most countries. An Australian tablespoon is 20 ml, about 35% larger than US. An imperial tablespoon is 17.758 ml. If your recipe comes from Australia, the larger tablespoon size can make a real difference.
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.