Teaspoon Meaning
/ˈtiːˌspuːn/Definition, CEFR level A1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounA small spoon used to stir the contents of a cup or glass.
nounA unit of measure, equivalent to one-third of a tablespoon or roughly five milliliters.
Sentence Examples
Add one teaspoon of paprika.
Did you add a tablespoon of salt? The recipe called for just a teaspoon!
A teaspoon of ground cinnamon is about two grams.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
She used a ____ to stir the sugar into her hot coffee.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Please add one small ____ of sugar to my tea and stir it well before you bring it to the table today.
Word Origin & History
From tea + spoon.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
She used a ____ to stir the sugar into her hot coffee.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Please add one small ____ of sugar to my tea and stir it well before you bring it to the table today.