How Much Is 142 Tablespoons of Pearl Barley in Ounces?
142 tablespoons of pearl barley equals 62.61 oz. Pearl barley has a density of 200g per cup (12.5g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 142 tablespoons of honey would be 106.44 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 142 tablespoons of pearl barley
- 1 tablespoon of pearl barley = 12.5g
- 142 × 12.5 = 1,775g
- Convert grams to ounces: 1,775 ÷ 28.3495 = 62.61 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Pour grains into the measuring spoon and level off. Do not shake or tap, as this settles the grains and increases the weight.
Pearl Barley at Different Amounts
How pearl barley scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (142 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 142 tablespoons of pearl barley (1,775g) is close in weight to a small watermelon (2,000g).
Other Amounts of Pearl Barley
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.44 oz | 0.45 oz | 0.60 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 0.88 oz | 0.89 oz | 1.19 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 1.32 oz | 1.34 oz | 1.79 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 1.76 oz | 1.79 oz | 2.39 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 2.20 oz | 2.24 oz | 2.98 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 2.65 oz | 2.68 oz | 3.58 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 3.53 oz | 3.58 oz | 4.77 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 4.41 oz | 4.47 oz | 5.96 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 5.29 oz | 5.37 oz | 7.16 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 7.05 oz | 7.16 oz | 9.54 oz |
| 142 tablespoons | 62.61 oz | 63.51 oz | 84.68 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?
An ounce (oz) is a US customary unit of weight equal to 28.3495 grams or 1/16 of a pound. In cooking, "ounces" refers to weight (avoirdupois ounces), not fluid ounces which measure volume.