Convert Volume from Matskedar to Kannor (msk to kanna)

Matsked to Kanna Conversion Formula

Example

Let's convert 5 Matsked (msk) to Kanna (kanna).

Using the formula:

Therefore, 5 Matsked (msk) is equal to 0.02865876958349254872 Kanna (kanna).

How many matskedar are in one kanna? One Kanna (kanna) contains 174.46666666666666667 Matskedar (msk) — the inverse of the factor above. Multiplying by 0.005731753916698509744 takes you from matskedar to kannor; multiplying by 174.46666666666666667 brings you back.

Put in words: one matsked equals 0.005731753916698509744 kannor, so the matsked is the smaller unit of this pair. Converting between them never changes the amount of volume being measured — only the size of the unit you count it in.

What is a Matsked (msk)?

Have you ever found a delicious Scandinavian recipe that calls for a "matsked" of an ingredient and wondered what it means? You're in the right place!

The matsked (msk) is a common unit of volume in Nordic cooking.

This guide will quickly teach you how to convert matsked to milliliters (ml), tablespoons, and liters so that you can get back to baking.

For those in a hurry, here are the key matsked conversions:

• 1 Matsked (msk) = 15 Milliliters (ml)
• 1 Matsked (msk) = 1 standard metric Tablespoon (tbsp)
• 1 Matsked (msk) = 0.015 Liters (L)

Matsked Conversions: From msk to ml and Tablespoons

The most important thing to know about the matsked is that it's the direct equivalent of a standard metric tablespoon.

This makes conversions incredibly simple.

In the metric system, a tablespoon is officially defined as 15 ml. Therefore, a matsked is also precisely 15 ml.

Because there are 1,000 milliliters in one liter, the math is straightforward: 0.015 L × 1,000 = 15 ml.

This means if your recipe calls for one matsked, you don't need special equipment. You can use a standard tablespoon to get the perfect measurement every time.

Where Does the 'Matsked' Measurement Come From?

The term "matsked" gives a clue to its origin. It is the Swedish word for "tablespoon," breaking down into mat (food) and sked (spoon).

The plural form you might see in recipes is matskedar.

As a staple of the Swedish measurement system, the matsked is frequently used in traditional and modern recipes across Scandinavia. Understanding its origin helps clarify its use, making it easier to explore authentic Nordic cooking.

What is a Kanna?

A Kanna is a traditional unit of volume from Sweden, equal to 2.617 liters.

The word itself means "can," "pot," or "jug" in Swedish, directly reflecting its use as a container for measuring.

The correct plural form is Kannor, a term you'll find in historical records and recipes.

Where Did the Kanna Measurement Come From?

The Kanna has deep roots in Swedish history, serving as a standard unit of measurement long before the country adopted the metric system in 1889.

This measurement was a part of everyday life, used in homes and markets all across Sweden to measure everything from milk and spirits to dry goods.

The Kanna was part of a larger system of units, where a stop was half a Kanna, and a tunna (or barrel) was made up of 48 Kannor.

How Much is a Kanna? (Conversions)

To help you visualize this volume, one Kanna is approximately the size of a large 2-liter soda bottle.

Here is a quick Kanna conversion guide to modern and historic units:

• 1 Kanna = 2.617 liters
• 1 Kanna = approximately 0.691 US gallons
• 1 Kanna = approximately 5.5 US pints
• 1 Kanna = 2 stop
• 48 Kannor = 1 tunna (barrel)

Matsked to Kanna Conversion Table

Here are some quick reference conversions from Matsked (msk) to Kanna (kanna):