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Spoon

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Utensil TypesPlay
Spoons come in various sizes for different uses, such as teaspoons for stirring drinks. SlideCould you hand me the teaspoon for my tea?
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Cultural VariancePlay
In some cultures, spoons are the primary utensil, used more than forks or knives. SlideIn Korea, it's common to eat rice with a spoon.
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Material MatterPlay
Spoons can be made of metal, wood, plastic, and even disposable material. SlideI prefer wooden spoons for cooking as they don't scratch pans.