teaspoon
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for teaspoon, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A small spoon used for stirring drinks or eating small amounts of food.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use teaspoon
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
A compound of tea and spoon, named for its original use stirring tea.
Full origin of teaspoon →Frequently asked questions
What does “teaspoon” mean?
The word “teaspoon” means a small spoon used for stirring drinks or eating small amounts of food. In plain terms, either the small spoon itself, or the cooking measurement it's based on.
How do you pronounce “teaspoon”?
“Teaspoon” is pronounced TEE-spoon (/ˈtiˌspun/ in IPA).
How do you use “teaspoon” in a sentence?
Here is “teaspoon” used in a sentence: “She stirred her tea with a small silver teaspoon.”
What part of speech is “teaspoon”?
“Teaspoon” is a noun.
Is “teaspoon” a common word?
“Teaspoon” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “teaspoon” have?
“Teaspoon” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a small spoon used for stirring drinks or eating small amounts of food.