examples of spoons![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
There are many different kinds of spoons, each with a specific use.
tablespoon ![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
Largest spoon, with a capacity of .5 oz.
sundae spoon ![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
Long-handled spoon used for mixing drinks or eating desserts served in a sundae glass.
dessert spoon ![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
Spoon used for eating liquid or semiliquid desserts.
soup spoon ![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
Spoon used for eating liquid or semiliquid foods; it is part of a basic place setting.
teaspoon ![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
Somewhat larger spoon, with a capacity of 1/6 oz or 1/3 tablespoon.
coffee spoon ![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
The smallest utensil in this category, hence sometimes called a small spoon.