Convert Minim (US) (minim) to Teaspoon (Metric) (tsp (m)) instantly.
Minim (US) to Teaspoon (Metric) conversion
1 Minim (US) (minim) = 0.012322304 Teaspoon (Metric) (tsp (m)). To convert Minim (US) to Teaspoon (Metric), multiply the value by 0.012322304.
| Minim (US) (minim) | Teaspoon (Metric) (tsp (m)) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.012322304 |
| 2 | 0.024644608 |
| 5 | 0.06161152 |
| 10 | 0.12322304 |
| 25 | 0.3080576 |
| 50 | 0.6161152 |
| 100 | 1.2322304 |
| 1000 | 12.322304 |
Frequently asked questions
How many Teaspoon (Metric) are in one Minim (US)?
One Minim (US) (minim) equals 0.012322304 Teaspoon (Metric) (tsp (m)).
How do I convert Minim (US) to Teaspoon (Metric)?
To convert Minim (US) to Teaspoon (Metric), multiply the value by 0.012322304.
What is 10 Minim (US) in Teaspoon (Metric)?
10 Minim (US) = 0.12322304 Teaspoon (Metric).
About these units
Minim (US) (minim)
The US minim is defined as 1/60 of a US fluid dram, approximately 0.0616 mL. Similar to the UK minim, it originated in apothecary practice as a standardized alternative to the inconsistent "drop." Minims were used heavily in 18th–19th century American medicine for dosing tinctures, opiates, essential oils, and concentrated extracts. Although it has disappeared from modern pharmaceutical practice, the minim remains relevant for studying early American medical traditions and the evolution of clinical measurement.
Teaspoon (Metric) (tsp (m))
The metric teaspoon is universally fixed at 5 mL, offering complete consistency across countries that use metric culinary measurements. This simplicity is a major advantage over historical teaspoon variations. In metric recipe writing—especially in Australia, New Zealand, and parts of Europe—teaspoons serve as standardized micro-measures that are easy to convert and scale. Its widespread adoption demonstrates the advantages of aligning traditional kitchen practices with the predictable structure of the metric system.