Convert dessertspoon (UK) to cup (US)
Please provide values below to convert dessertspoon (UK) [dsp (UK)] to cup (US) [cup (US)], or Convert cup (US) to dessertspoon (UK).
How to Convert Dessertspoon (Uk) to Cup (Us)
1 dsp (UK) = 0.0500395799475018 cup (US)
Example: convert 15 dsp (UK) to cup (US):
15 dsp (UK) = 15 × 0.0500395799475018 cup (US) = 0.750593699212527 cup (US)
Dessertspoon (Uk) to Cup (Us) Conversion Table
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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.
Cup (Us)
A cup (US) is a unit of volume measurement primarily used in cooking, equal to 8 fluid ounces or approximately 237 milliliters.
History/Origin
The US customary cup originated from traditional British units and became standardized in the United States in the 19th century as part of the development of standardized measurement systems for cooking and trade.
Current Use
The US cup is widely used in American recipes and cooking measurements, especially in the culinary, nutritional, and food packaging industries for volume measurement.