How to Pronounce Tablespoon

To pronounce "tablespoon", say TABL-esp-oon — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈteɪbəlˌspuːn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˈteɪbəlˌspuːn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “tablespoon”

"tablespoon" has 3 syllables: tabl-esp-oon. It rhymes with croon and lagoon, if that helps it stick.

What does tablespoon mean?

noun

  1. A large spoon, used for eating food from a bowl.
  2. A spoon too large for eating, usually used for cooking or serving.

Synonyms

Northern UKdessert spoondessertspoonf℥ssf℥ßtablespoonfultbstbsp

Words that rhyme with tablespoon

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

croonlagoonpicayunegoonmooncommuneopportunehewnfestoonlampoonsaloonswoon

Related words

tablespoonfultbstbspttbltblsptable-spoon

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tablespoon"?▾

"Tablespoon" has 3 syllables: tabl · esp · oon.

What is the IPA transcription of "tablespoon"?▾

The IPA transcription of "tablespoon" is /ˈteɪbəlˌspuːn/.

What does "tablespoon" mean?▾

Tablespoon: A large spoon, used for eating food from a bowl.

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