Synonyms of ladle

ladle 1 of 2

noun

ˈlā-dᵊl 

as in spoon

a utensil with a bowl and a handle that is used especially in cooking and serving food

the chef looked around for a ladle to add the chicken broth to the pot

Synonyms & Similar Words

• spoon
• dipper
• scoop
• teaspoon
• tablespoon
• soupspoon
• skimmer
• dessertspoon

ladle

2 of 2

verb

as in to scoop

to lift out with something that holds liquid

the server ladled out the soup from a large tureen

Synonyms & Similar Words

• scoop
• spoon
• bucket
• drain
• dip
• empty
• pump
• lade
• dish
• eliminate
• bail
• draw (off)
• exhaust
• deplete
• draw
• bleed
• siphon
• slop
• decant
• suction

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• fill
• pour

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of ladle

Noun

From spatulas, spoons, and salad forks to tongs, ladles, and measuring cups, shop our favorite plastic-free kitchen utensils below for carefree cooking. — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 2 Sep. 2026

Stir constantly, adding small ladles of the cooking water, spoonfuls of creme fraiche, and perhaps more lemon zest, until the sauce emulsifies and thickens. — Olivia Wakim, AJC.com, 9 Aug. 2026

Verb

Slowly ladle some of the hot milk rice mixture into the bowl while whisking continuously to temper the eggs. — Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 July 2026

Fresh lemonade and iced tea ladled into mason jars served with red-and-white-striped straws. — Literary Hub, 20 May 2026