WordUpWordup

Spoonful

usgb/ˈspuːnfʊl/Volume
Left Definition 1 of 2Right
LampPro Tip 1/3
Measuring ingredientPlay
Used in recipes for precise ingredient amounts. SlidePlease put two spoonfuls of flour into the bowl.
LampPro Tip 2/3
Not for bulkPlay
Spoonful is not used for large amounts; it indicates a smaller, manageable quantity. SlideAdd just a spoonful of oregano for flavor.
LampPro Tip 3/3
Casual cookingPlay
When cooking casually, spoonfuls can be approximate, not exact. SlideThrow in a spoonful of cinnamon, give or take.