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Definition of «spoonful»

A spoonful is a small amount or quantity, often used to describe an insignificant or negligible amount. It can also refer to a small volume of liquid that is taken with a spoon, such as when taking medicine or eating food. In cooking measurements, one tablespoon is equivalent to three teaspoons, which means that a spoonful would be even smaller in comparison.

Usage examples

  1. I need a spoonful of sugar to sweeten my tea.
  2. The recipe calls for a spoonful of vanilla extract.
  3. She takes a spoonful of cough syrup when she has a sore throat.
  4. Each bowl of soup should have at least one spoonful of chopped parsley for garnish.
  5. My grandmother used to add a spoonful of honey to her special pancake batter.
  6. The doctor advised him to take a spoonful of medicine three times a day.
  7. Please serve a spoonful of mashed potatoes as a side dish.
  8. The chef recommends adding a spoonful of butter to the steamed vegetables for extra flavor.
  9. The baby ate a spoonful of mashed bananas for the first time.
  10. I like to sprinkle a spoonful of grated cheese on top of my pasta.

Phrases with «spoonful»

Sentences with «spoonful»

  • Top each with generous spoonful of cucumber citrus salsa and a drizzle of olive oil. (cookandbemerry.com)
  • With the food processor running, add the ice water by spoonful until the dough comes together in a ball. (ournourishingroots.com)
  • Toss a few spoonful's into smoothies or shakes for a tasty, low - fat, protein boost. (amazon.com)
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