Convert teaspoon (UK) to decistere
Please provide values below to convert teaspoon (UK) [tsp (UK)] to decistere [ds], or Convert decistere to teaspoon (UK).
How to Convert Teaspoon (Uk) to Decistere
1 tsp (UK) = 5.919388e-05 ds
Example: convert 15 tsp (UK) to ds:
15 tsp (UK) = 15 × 5.919388e-05 ds = 0.0008879082 ds
Teaspoon (Uk) to Decistere 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.
Decistere
Decistere (ds) is a unit of volume measurement equal to one-tenth of a litre, used primarily in some European countries for measuring liquids.
History/Origin
The decistere originated in the metric system as a subunit of the litre, introduced to facilitate smaller volume measurements. Its usage has declined with the standardization of the litre and millilitre units.
Current Use
Today, the decistere is rarely used in everyday measurements but may still appear in historical contexts or specific regional applications within certain European countries.