Tablespoon: meaning, definitions and examples
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tablespoon
[ ˈteɪbəlˌspuːn ]
kitchen measurement
A tablespoon is a common kitchen utensil used for measuring ingredients when cooking or baking. It is typically larger than a teaspoon and is approximately equal to 15 milliliters in volume. In recipes, it is often used to indicate the quantity of liquid or solid ingredients needed. The tablespoon can also refer to a unit of measurement, especially in cooking where precise amounts are necessary.
Synonyms
measuring spoon, table spoon, tbsp
Examples of usage
- Add two tablespoons of sugar to the mix.
- The recipe calls for one tablespoon of vinegar.
- She measured out a tablespoon of flour.
- You should stir in a tablespoon of olive oil.
Translations
Translations of the word "tablespoon" in other languages:
🇵🇹 colher de sopa
🇮🇳 चम्मच
🇩🇪 Esslöffel
🇮🇩 sendok makan
🇺🇦 столова ложка
🇵🇱 łyżka stołowa
🇯🇵 大さじ
🇫🇷 cuillère à soupe
🇪🇸 cucharada
🇹🇷 yemek kaşığı
🇰🇷 큰 숟가락
🇸🇦 ملعقة كبيرة
🇨🇿 polévková lžíce
🇸🇰 polievková lyžica
🇨🇳 汤匙
🇸🇮 žlica
🇮🇸 súpa skeið
🇰🇿 асхана қасық
🇬🇪 სუფრის კოვზი
🇦🇿 xörək qaşığı
🇲🇽 cucharada
Etymology
The word 'tablespoon' originated from the combination of 'table' and 'spoon'. The term 'spoon' comes from the Old English word 'spōn', which originally referred to a wooden implement used for eating. The inclusion of 'table' suggests the spoon's primary use for eating food served on a table. The usage of tablespoons as a standard unit of measurement in cooking likely began in the 18th century, paralleling the development of more refined cooking practices. Through the years, the tablespoon has become an essential measurement tool in kitchens worldwide, both for home cooks and professional chefs. As a result, the tablespoon has been standardized by various culinary institutions to ensure consistent recipes and cooking outcomes.