How Much Is 7.2 Tablespoons of Mayonnaise in Ounces?
7.2 tablespoons of mayonnaise weighs 3.49 oz. This is based on mayonnaise having a density of 220g per cup. Because tablespoons measure volume and ounces measure weight, the result depends on the ingredient, and a different ingredient would give a different result for the same 7.2 tablespoons.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 7.2 tablespoons of mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise = 13.75g
- 7.2 × 13.75 = 99g
- Convert grams to ounces: 99 ÷ 28.3495 = 3.49 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Mayonnaise weighs 220g per cup. Low-fat and regular mayonnaise have slightly different densities.
Mayonnaise at Different Amounts
How mayonnaise scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (7.2 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 7.2 tablespoons of mayonnaise (99g) is close in weight to a computer mouse (100g).
Other Amounts of Mayonnaise
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.49 oz | 0.49 oz | 0.66 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 0.97 oz | 0.98 oz | 1.31 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 1.46 oz | 1.48 oz | 1.97 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 1.94 oz | 1.97 oz | 2.62 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 2.43 oz | 2.46 oz | 3.28 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 2.91 oz | 2.95 oz | 3.94 oz |
| 7.2 tablespoons | 3.49 oz | 3.54 oz | 4.72 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 3.88 oz | 3.94 oz | 5.25 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 4.85 oz | 4.92 oz | 6.56 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 5.82 oz | 5.90 oz | 7.87 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 7.76 oz | 7.87 oz | 10.50 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.