Cool MateMeaning of Spoons
A utensil with a shallow bowl and a handle used to eat or serve food.
In simple words: A curved utensil used for eating or serving food.
Spoons in a sentence
- I ate my cereal with a spoon.
- She collected antique spoons from around the world.
- Could you pass me the soup spoon, please?
- They're serving the dessert in small spoons.
- He accidentally dropped the spoon on the floor.
How to use Spoons
Use 'spoons' in everyday contexts when referring to the utensil. Avoid using it in formal writing unless necessary.
Grammar pattern
countable noun
Memory hint
Imagine a spoon scooping up soup; think 'spoonfuls' of deliciousness!
Related words
Collocations with Spoons
- silver spoon
- teaspoon
- serving spoon
- wooden spoon
Common mistakes with Spoons
- Confusing singular 'spoon' with plural 'spoons'.
- Using 'spoons' as an uncountable noun.
- Incorrectly assuming all spoons are the same size or type.
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Frequently asked questions about Spoons
What does Spoons mean?
A curved utensil used for eating or serving food.
What is the definition of Spoons?
A utensil with a shallow bowl and a handle used to eat or serve food.
How do you use Spoons in a sentence?
I ate my cereal with a spoon.
Can you give another example of Spoons?
She collected antique spoons from around the world.
What are synonyms for Spoons?
Common alternatives include utensil, implement, tool, scooper.
What words go with Spoons?
It commonly pairs with silver spoon, teaspoon, serving spoon, wooden spoon.
What are common mistakes when using Spoons?
Confusing singular 'spoon' with plural 'spoons'. Using 'spoons' as an uncountable noun. Incorrectly assuming all spoons are the same size or type.
How do you pronounce Spoons?
US: //spuːnz//, UK: //spuːnz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Spoons?
Use 'spoons' in everyday contexts when referring to the utensil. Avoid using it in formal writing unless necessary.