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

Consuming a spoonful of cinnamon Check your answer. —Danielle Chemtob, Forbes.com, 23 Apr. 2025

Food The top 10 Italian spots in L.A. from the 101 Best Restaurants guide March 14, 2024 The texture switches from chewy to soft, creamy to crisp in every spoonful. —Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 21 Apr. 2025

The can't-miss topper is usually a big spoonful of Ube Halaya and/or ube ice cream. —Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Apr. 2025

For your next family taco night, try a spoonful or two of Cowboy Caviar on your tacos, quesadillas, or even nachos. —Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 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