How Much Is 2 Tablespoons of Soy Sauce in Ounces?
2 tablespoons of soy sauce equals 1.12 oz. Soy sauce has a density of 255g per cup (15.94g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 2 tablespoons of honey would be 1.50 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of soy sauce = 15.94g
- 2 × 15.94 = 31.88g
- Convert grams to ounces: 31.88 ÷ 28.3495 = 1.12 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.
Soy Sauce at Different Amounts
How soy sauce scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (2 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce (31.88g) is close in weight to a slice of bread (30g).
Other Amounts of Soy Sauce
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.56 oz | 0.57 oz | 0.76 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 1.12 oz | 1.14 oz | 1.52 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 1.69 oz | 1.71 oz | 2.28 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 2.25 oz | 2.28 oz | 3.04 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 2.81 oz | 2.85 oz | 3.80 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 3.37 oz | 3.42 oz | 4.56 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 4.50 oz | 4.56 oz | 6.08 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 5.62 oz | 5.70 oz | 7.60 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 6.75 oz | 6.84 oz | 9.12 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 8.99 oz | 9.12 oz | 12.17 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?
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.