ladle
2 synonyms for ladle, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A long-handled, deep-bowled spoon used for serving liquids like soup.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A long-handled, deep-bowled spoon used for serving liquids like soup.
“She used a ladle to serve the soup into bowls.”
How to use ladle
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
soup ladle
ladle out
Etymology
From Old English hlædel, related to the word "lade" ("to load"), reflecting its scooping motion.
Full origin of ladle →Frequently asked questions
What does “ladle” mean?
The word “ladle” means a long-handled, deep-bowled spoon used for serving liquids like soup. In plain terms, a big serving spoon for soups and stews, or the act of serving with one.
How do you pronounce “ladle”?
“Ladle” is pronounced LAY-duhl (/ˈleɪ.dəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “ladle” in a sentence?
Here is “ladle” used in a sentence: “She used a ladle to serve the soup into bowls.”
What part of speech is “ladle”?
Depending on how it is used, “ladle” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “ladle” come from?
The word “ladle” comes from Old English. From Old English hlædel, related to the word "lade" ("to load"), reflecting its scooping motion.
How many meanings does “ladle” have?
“Ladle” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a long-handled, deep-bowled spoon used for serving liquids like soup.
