Tablespoon

usgb/ˈteɪblspuːn/
noun

A measuring spoon, usually used in cooking, that holds a fixed amount of liquid or dry ingredients.

Add two tablespoons of sugar to the recipe.
Visual representation of "tablespoon" - A measuring spoon, usually used in cooking, that holds a fixed amount of liquid or dry ingredients

Often appears as...

  • tablespoon of salt
  • tablespoon of sugar
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Measurement Tool

A tablespoon is a precise measurement tool used often in recipes for accuracy.

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Ensure you use a tablespoon for measuring the milk to avoid a runny batter.
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Not Interchangeable

A tablespoon is larger than a teaspoon; confusing them can spoil a dish.

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The soup calls for a tablespoon of herbs, not a teaspoon!
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Common Utensil

Tablespoons are commonplace in kitchens and used for both cooking and serving.

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Grab a tablespoon from the kitchen drawer to serve the rice.
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