spoonful

noun

spoon·​ful ˈspün-ˌfu̇l 

plural spoonfuls ˈspün-ˌfu̇lz  also spoonsful ˈspünz-ˌfu̇l 

: as much as a spoon will hold

specifically : teaspoonful

Examples of spoonful in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

For example, this might look like adding a spoonful of seeds to your breakfast yogurt, a piece of fruit at lunch, and cooked vegetables at dinner. —Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 13 May 2026

Layer on sliced bananas and another spoonful of pudding. —Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 May 2026

Then, a tortilla round is added along with a spoonful of seasoned beef. —Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 1 May 2026

But beyond the celebrity endorsements, does a daily spoonful of EVOO actually deliver? —Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for spoonful

• brimful
• handful
• mirthful
• mouthful
• roomful
• full
• pull
• wool

Kids Definition

spoonful

noun

spoon·​ful ˈspün-ˌfu̇l 

plural spoonfuls -ˌfu̇lz  also spoonsful ˈspünz-ˌfu̇l 

: as much as a spoon can hold