How Much Is 18.9 Tablespoons of Whole Wheat Flour in Ounces?
18.9 tablespoons of whole wheat flour weighs 5.00 oz. This is based on whole wheat flour having a density of 120g 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 18.9 tablespoons.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 18.9 tablespoons of whole wheat flour
- 1 tablespoon of whole wheat flour = 7.5g
- 18.9 × 7.5 = 141.75g
- Convert grams to ounces: 141.75 ÷ 28.3495 = 5.00 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Humidity affects whole wheat flour weight. In humid conditions, flour absorbs moisture and weighs more per cup. Store it in an airtight container for consistent results.
Whole Wheat Flour at Different Amounts
How whole wheat flour scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (18.9 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 18.9 tablespoons of whole wheat flour (141.75g) is close in weight to a baseball (145g).
Other Amounts of Whole Wheat Flour
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.26 oz | 0.27 oz | 0.36 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 0.53 oz | 0.54 oz | 0.72 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 0.79 oz | 0.81 oz | 1.07 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 1.06 oz | 1.07 oz | 1.43 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 1.32 oz | 1.34 oz | 1.79 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 1.59 oz | 1.61 oz | 2.15 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 2.12 oz | 2.15 oz | 2.86 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 2.65 oz | 2.68 oz | 3.58 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 3.17 oz | 3.22 oz | 4.29 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 4.23 oz | 4.29 oz | 5.73 oz |
| 18.9 tablespoons | 5.00 oz | 5.07 oz | 6.76 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?
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.