Convert dram to teaspoon (US)
Please provide values below to convert dram [dr] to teaspoon (US) [tsp (US)], or Convert teaspoon (US) to dram.
How to Convert Dram to Teaspoon (Us)
1 dr = 0.74999989855794 tsp (US)
Example: convert 15 dr to tsp (US):
15 dr = 15 × 0.74999989855794 tsp (US) = 11.2499984783691 tsp (US)
Dram to Teaspoon (Us) Conversion Table
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Dram
A dram is a unit of volume traditionally used to measure liquids, equivalent to 1/8 of an fluid ounce or approximately 3.7 milliliters.
History/Origin
The dram originated in the apothecary system in medieval Europe and was historically used for measuring medicines and small quantities of liquids. Its use has declined with the adoption of metric units.
Current Use
Today, the dram is primarily used in the context of measuring spirits and liquors, especially in the United States, where it is often used to denote a small serving or shot of alcohol.
Teaspoon (Us)
A teaspoon (US) is a unit of volume measurement commonly used in cooking, equal to approximately 4.928 milliliters.
History/Origin
The teaspoon originated as a small spoon used for stirring tea or coffee, later standardized as a unit of measurement in cooking and recipes, with its current volume defined in the US in the 19th century.
Current Use
The teaspoon (US) is widely used in cooking and baking to measure small quantities of ingredients, and is a standard unit in the US customary measurement system for volume.