Convert dessertspoon (UK) to cup (UK)
Please provide values below to convert dessertspoon (UK) [dsp (UK)] to cup (UK) [cup (UK)], or Convert cup (UK) to dessertspoon (UK).
How to Convert Dessertspoon (Uk) to Cup (Uk)
1 dsp (UK) = 0.041666670186175 cup (UK)
Example: convert 15 dsp (UK) to cup (UK):
15 dsp (UK) = 15 × 0.041666670186175 cup (UK) = 0.625000052792624 cup (UK)
Dessertspoon (Uk) to Cup (Uk) 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 (Uk)
A cup (UK) is a unit of volume measurement used primarily in cooking, equal to approximately 284.13 milliliters.
History/Origin
The UK cup has origins in traditional British cooking and measurement systems, historically based on the imperial system. Its use has been standardized in culinary contexts over time, though it is less common in official measurement standards today.
Current Use
The UK cup is primarily used in recipes and cooking instructions within the United Kingdom and some Commonwealth countries. It is also used in nutritional labeling and culinary contexts, often standardized as 284 milliliters for practical purposes.