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

True, getting rid of just a spoonful of absinthe isn’t a huge reinvention, but that lack of the spirit’s strong flavors lets the maraschino really shine in the Fancy Free. —Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 25 Oct. 2025

Try mixing in a spoonful of yogurt to sweeten your oatmeal while upping the protein content. —Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 24 Oct. 2025

That’s why, Manaker added, swallowing a spoonful of honey—on its own or stirred into warm water—before bed may lead to a more restful sleep. —Julia Ries Wexler, Health, 20 Oct. 2025

Still, a spoonful of her homemade cannabis oil gives her relief and helps her sleep through the night. —NPR, 20 Oct. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for spoonful

• brimful
• handful
• 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