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

Fold in the meringue, pour the mixture into the pan and freeze until firm, then slice and serve with a spoonful of berries dribbled over the top. —Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 18 June 2025

For weeks, families were surviving on very little — fewer meals and smaller spoonfuls — and each day has brought a new low of deprivation. Palestinians at a charity kitchen in Nuseirat on Sunday. —Mithil Aggarwal, NBC news, 4 May 2025

With one spoonful, you can be transported to your favorite camping spot, onto a Southern beach, to a poolside lounger, or all the way to Italy. —Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 12 June 2025

The four-inch patty, four-inch bun, 3-millimeter-thick slice of Tillamook medium cheddar and spoonful of Dijonnaise are four individual triumphs. —Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 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