Basic Details
Word: Teaspoon
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A small spoon used to stir tea or other liquids; it can also be used to measure ingredients.
Synonyms: Spoon, measuring spoon
Antonyms: Tablespoon
Idioms and Phrases
- Not my cup of tea: Used to express that something is not something someone prefers. Example: "Watching horror films is not my cup of tea; I prefer comedies."
- A spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down: Meaning that a little bit of something pleasant can make a difficult situation easier. Example: "She added a spoonful of sugar to the medicine to help him take it."
Usage Examples
Example 1: He carefully measured the sugar with a teaspoon before adding it to his tea.
Example 2: The recipe called for two teaspoons of vanilla extract to enhance the flavour.
Example 3: They served the dessert with a small teaspoon for easier scooping.
Fun Fact
Did you know that teaspoons have been used for centuries? The word "teaspoon" became commonly used in the late 18th century when tea drinking became popular in England!
Famous Quote
"A little spoon of sugar makes everything better." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "teaspoon" mean?
a) A large cooking utensil
b) A small spoon for stirring coffee
c) A small spoon used for tea or measuring
d) A knife for cutting
Answer: c) A small spoon used for tea or measuring
2. Which of these is a synonym of "teaspoon"?
a) Fork
b) Measuring spoon
c) Cup
d) Chopping board
Answer: b) Measuring spoon
3. Which of these is an antonym of "teaspoon"?
a) Measuring cup
b) Tablespoon
c) Saucepan
d) Plate
Answer: b) Tablespoon
4. Which sentence uses "teaspoon" correctly?
a) She poured a teaspoon of salt into the soup.
b) He threw the teaspoon out of the window.
c) The teaspoon ran very fast in the race.
d) She painted the teaspoon blue.
Answer: a) She poured a teaspoon of salt into the soup.
5. Which idiom means "something is not preferred"?
a) A spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down
b) Not my cup of tea
c) A penny for your thoughts
d) An apple a day keeps the doctor away
Answer: b) Not my cup of tea
