How Much Is 8.4 Tablespoons of Olive Oil in Ounces?
8.4 tablespoons of olive oil weighs 4.00 oz. This is based on olive oil having a density of 216g 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 8.4 tablespoons.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 8.4 tablespoons of olive oil
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil = 13.5g
- 8.4 × 13.5 = 113.4g
- Convert grams to ounces: 113.4 ÷ 28.3495 = 4.00 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Liquid densities vary: oils weigh less per cup than water, while syrups and honey weigh more. This is why ingredient-specific conversions matter even for liquids.
Olive Oil at Different Amounts
How olive oil scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (8.4 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 8.4 tablespoons of olive oil (113.4g) is close in weight to a bar of soap (113g).
Other Amounts of Olive Oil
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.48 oz | 0.48 oz | 0.64 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 0.95 oz | 0.97 oz | 1.29 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 1.43 oz | 1.45 oz | 1.93 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 1.90 oz | 1.93 oz | 2.58 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 2.38 oz | 2.42 oz | 3.22 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 2.86 oz | 2.90 oz | 3.86 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 3.81 oz | 3.86 oz | 5.15 oz |
| 8.4 tablespoons | 4.00 oz | 4.06 oz | 5.41 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 4.76 oz | 4.83 oz | 6.44 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 5.71 oz | 5.80 oz | 7.73 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 7.62 oz | 7.73 oz | 10.31 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?
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.