In recipes, an abbreviation like tbsp. is usually used to refer to a tablespoon, to differentiate it from the smaller teaspoon (tsp.). Some authors additionally capitalize the abbreviation, as Tbsp., while leaving tsp. in lower case, to emphasize that the larger tablespoon, rather than the smaller teaspoon, is wanted.

What is the difference between Tbsp and TBS?

As abbreviations the difference between tbs and tbsp

is that tbs is tablespoon while tbsp is tablespoon (unit of measure).

What does 2 Tbsp mean?

2 tablespoons = 1/8 cup. 2 tablespoons + 2 teaspoons = 1/6 cup. 1 tablespoon = 1/16 cup.