Convert teaspoon (UK) to gill (US)
Please provide values below to convert teaspoon (UK) [tsp (UK)] to gill (US) [gi], or Convert gill (US) to teaspoon (UK).
How to Convert Teaspoon (Uk) to Gill (Us)
1 tsp (UK) = 0.0500395801590067 gi
Example: convert 15 tsp (UK) to gi:
15 tsp (UK) = 15 × 0.0500395801590067 gi = 0.750593702385101 gi
Teaspoon (Uk) to Gill (Us) Conversion Table
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Teaspoon (Uk)
A teaspoon (UK) is a unit of volume measurement primarily used in cooking, equivalent to approximately 5.92 milliliters.
History/Origin
The teaspoon originated as a small spoon used for stirring tea and measuring ingredients. Its standardized volume has varied historically, but the UK teaspoon is now defined as 5.92 ml, aligning with metric standards.
Current Use
The UK teaspoon is commonly used in recipes and cooking measurements within the United Kingdom and some Commonwealth countries. It is also used in nutritional labeling and culinary instructions.
Gill (Us)
A gill (US) is a unit of volume measurement equal to one-quarter of a US pint, or 4 US fluid ounces.
History/Origin
The gill originated from the Old French 'gelle' and was historically used in the UK and US for measuring liquids, especially in brewing and cooking. Its usage has declined with the standardization of metric units.
Current Use
Today, the US gill is rarely used in everyday measurement but may still be encountered in historical contexts, traditional recipes, or specific industries like brewing and bartending in the United States.