Convert teaspoon (metric) to dessertspoon (UK)
Please provide values below to convert teaspoon (metric) [tsp (metric)] to dessertspoon (UK) [dsp (UK)], or Convert dessertspoon (UK) to teaspoon (metric).
How to Convert Teaspoon (Metric) to Dessertspoon (Uk)
1 tsp (metric) = 0.422340958220681 dsp (UK)
Example: convert 15 tsp (metric) to dsp (UK):
15 tsp (metric) = 15 × 0.422340958220681 dsp (UK) = 6.33511437331021 dsp (UK)
Teaspoon (Metric) to Dessertspoon (Uk) Conversion Table
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Teaspoon (Metric)
A teaspoon (tsp) is a unit of volume measurement commonly used in cooking, equal to approximately 5 milliliters in the metric system.
History/Origin
The teaspoon originated from the traditional spoon used for eating and serving, standardized over time for measurement purposes. Its metric equivalent was established to facilitate consistent cooking and recipe measurements worldwide.
Current Use
Today, the teaspoon is widely used in cooking and baking to measure small quantities of ingredients. It is also employed in medicine for dosing and in various measurement conversions within the culinary and scientific fields.
Dessertspoon (Uk)
A dessertspoon (UK) is a unit of volume traditionally used for measuring ingredients, approximately equal to 10 milliliters.
History/Origin
The dessertspoon originated as a standard measure in the UK for culinary purposes, historically varying between 10 to 15 milliliters, but now generally standardized to about 10 ml for consistency.
Current Use
Today, the dessertspoon (UK) is primarily used in cooking and recipe measurements, especially in the UK, and is part of volume conversions in culinary contexts.