Convert dessertspoon (US) to deciliter
Please provide values below to convert dessertspoon (US) [dsp (US)] to deciliter [dL], or Convert deciliter to dessertspoon (US).
How to Convert Dessertspoon (Us) to Deciliter
1 dsp (US) = 0.09857843 dL
Example: convert 15 dsp (US) to dL:
15 dsp (US) = 15 × 0.09857843 dL = 1.47867645 dL
Dessertspoon (Us) to Deciliter Conversion Table
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Dessertspoon (Us)
A dessertspoon (US) is a unit of volume measurement equal to 1/3 of a US tablespoon, typically used in cooking to measure small quantities of ingredients.
History/Origin
The dessertspoon originated as a culinary measurement in the United States, historically used to specify serving sizes and ingredient quantities. Its exact size has varied over time but generally aligns with a third of a tablespoon.
Current Use
Today, the dessertspoon (US) is rarely used in precise measurements but remains a common informal term in recipes and cooking instructions for small ingredient quantities, especially in the US.
Deciliter
A deciliter (dL) is a unit of volume equal to one-tenth of a liter, commonly used to measure liquids.
History/Origin
The deciliter was introduced as part of the metric system in the 19th century to provide a convenient subdivision of the liter, facilitating measurements in cooking and scientific contexts.
Current Use
Deciliters are used in various countries for measuring liquids in cooking, nutrition labeling, and scientific experiments, especially where metric units are standard.