Updated 31 July 2026 · Written by MKB Team
There are 2 tablespoons in a fluid ounce. Since a tablespoon is about 15 millilitres and a fluid ounce is about 30 millilitres, two tablespoons make one fluid ounce. So 4 tablespoons is 2 fluid ounces, or a quarter cup.
1 fluid ounce = 2 tablespoons. 4 tablespoons = 2 fl oz = 1/4 cup.
Fluid Ounces Only
This applies to fluid ounces, a measure of volume. Two tablespoons fill one fluid ounce. Dry ounces measure weight and vary by ingredient, so this conversion is for liquids.
Scaling
Four tablespoons make 2 fluid ounces, which is also a quarter cup, and 8 tablespoons make 4 fluid ounces, or half a cup.
Ounces to Tablespoons
| Fluid ounces | Tablespoons |
|---|---|
| 1 fl oz | 2 tbsp |
| 2 fl oz | 4 tbsp |
| 4 fl oz | 8 tbsp |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many tablespoons in 2 ounces?
There are 4 tablespoons in 2 fluid ounces, since each fluid ounce is 2 tablespoons.
Is a fluid ounce the same as an ounce?
Not always. A fluid ounce measures volume, while an ounce can measure weight. This conversion is for fluid ounces.
