12 oz is equal to 72 teaspoons.
To convert ounces (oz) to teaspoons (tsp), you multiply the number of ounces by 6 because 1 ounce contains 6 teaspoons. So, 12 oz × 6 = 72 tsp.
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Result in tsp:
Conversion Formula
The formula to convert ounces to teaspoons is: teaspoons = ounces × 6. This works because 1 fluid ounce contains exactly 6 teaspoons. So, multiplying the ounces by 6 gives the equivalent number of teaspoons.
For example, to convert 12 ounces to teaspoons:
- Start with the number of ounces: 12 oz
- Multiply by 6 (since 1 oz = 6 tsp): 12 × 6 = 72
- The result is 72 teaspoons
Conversion Example
- Convert 5 oz to tsp:
- 5 oz × 6 = 30 tsp
- So, 5 ounces equals 30 teaspoons.
- Convert 8.5 oz to tsp:
- 8.5 × 6 = 51
- Therefore, 8.5 ounces equals 51 teaspoons.
- Convert 0.25 oz to tsp:
- 0.25 × 6 = 1.5
- So, 0.25 ounces equals 1.5 teaspoons.
- Convert 20 oz to tsp:
- 20 × 6 = 120
- Thus, 20 ounces equals 120 teaspoons.
- Convert 3.75 oz to tsp:
- 3.75 × 6 = 22.5
- So, 3.75 ounces equals 22.5 teaspoons.
Conversion Chart
Ounces (oz) | Teaspoons (tsp) |
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-13.0 | -78.0 |
-10.0 | -60.0 |
-5.0 | -30.0 |
0.0 | 0.0 |
5.0 | 30.0 |
10.0 | 60.0 |
15.0 | 90.0 |
20.0 | 120.0 |
25.0 | 150.0 |
30.0 | 180.0 |
35.0 | 210.0 |
37.0 | 222.0 |
The chart shows ounces in the left column and their equivalent teaspoons in the right. You can find any value close to your own, then multiply or divide as needed to approximate the conversion.
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Conversion Definitions
oz (ounce): An ounce is a unit of weight or volume used in the US customary and imperial systems. In cooking, fluid ounces measure liquid volume, where 1 fluid ounce equals approximately 29.5735 milliliters. Ounces can measure both mass and volume, depending on context.
tsp (teaspoon): A teaspoon is a small unit of volume, commonly used in cooking to measure ingredients. One teaspoon equals 1/3 of a tablespoon or about 4.92892 milliliters. It is smaller than a tablespoon and often used for spices, baking powder, or liquids in recipes.
Conversion FAQs
Why does 1 ounce equal 6 teaspoons?
One fluid ounce is defined as 29.5735 milliliters, and one teaspoon is defined as 4.92892 milliliters. Dividing 29.5735 by 4.92892 gives approximately 6, so 1 ounce contains exactly 6 teaspoons by volume. This standard is used in US cooking measurements.
Can I use this conversion for dry ingredients?
While this conversion applies to fluid ounces (volume), dry ingredients’ weight in ounces doesn’t directly convert to teaspoons because densities vary. For dry ingredients, it’s better to use weight-based measurements or specific density conversions.
Is this conversion valid for all kinds of ounces?
The conversion here applies to fluid ounces, which measure volume. If you have ounces by weight (mass), this conversion doesn’t apply since weight and volume are different quantities. Always check if the ounce is fluid or weight type before converting.
How accurate is this conversion in recipes?
For most cooking purposes, multiplying ounces by 6 to get teaspoons is accurate enough. Slight variations in measuring spoons or liquids density can affect results, but this formula works well for everyday cooking and baking.
What if I need to convert teaspoons back to ounces?
To convert teaspoons to ounces, divide the number of teaspoons by 6. For example, 72 teaspoons divided by 6 equals 12 ounces. This reverses the conversion process and maintains consistency in measurements.