French translation of tablespoonful is 
cuillère à soupe

Meaning of "tablespoonful" in English

A tablespoonful is a unit of measure used primarily in cooking. It's equivalent to the volume a tablespoon can hold, commonly about 15 milliliters or 3 teaspoons. The term is often used in recipes to indicate the amount needed of a particular ingredient. A tablespoonful can refer to both liquid and dry ingredients, depending on the context. While it provides a convenient measuring method, precision can vary based on the ingredient's density and the spoon's design.

Meaning of "cuillère à soupe" in French

In French cooking and culinary contexts, a "cuillère à soupe" refers to a tablespoon as a unit of measurement. Like its English counterpart, it generally denotes the capacity of a standard tablespoon, approximately 15 milliliters. This term is frequently seen in recipes and instructions, guiding the cook on the exact amount of an ingredient to use, whether liquid or solid. It's a common and essential measure in both home and professional kitchens in France.

Pronunciation of "tablespoonful" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈteɪbəlˌspuːnfʊl/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation of "tablespoonful" is fairly consistent across English-speaking regions. However, you may notice slight variations in vowel sounds between American and British accents, with Americans typically using a more rhotic "r."

Pronunciation of "cuillère à soupe" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /kɥijɛʁ a sup/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation of "cuillère à soupe" doesn't vary much in France, though regional accents can influence the fluidity and emphasis on syllables. Parisians might pronounce it with more nasal sounds compared to those from southern France.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. She added a tablespoonful of sugar to the coffee. (Elle a ajouté une cuillère à soupe de sucre dans le café.)
2. The recipe requires two tablespoonfuls of olive oil. (La recette nécessite deux cuillères à soupe d'huile d'olive.)
3. He took a tablespoonful of cough syrup. (Il a pris une cuillère à soupe de sirop pour la toux.)
4. Mix in a tablespoonful of vanilla extract. (Mélangez une cuillère à soupe d'extrait de vanille.)
5. Pour a tablespoonful of vinegar into the salad dressing. (Versez une cuillère à soupe de vinaigre dans la vinaigrette.)
6. Use a tablespoonful of lemon juice to marinate the fish. (Utilisez une cuillère à soupe de jus de citron pour mariner le poisson.)
7. She measured a tablespoonful of salt for the soup. (Elle a mesuré une cuillère à soupe de sel pour la soupe.)
8. Stir in a tablespoonful of honey for sweetness. (Incorporez une cuillère à soupe de miel pour la douceur.)
9. The instructions call for a tablespoonful of baking powder. (Les instructions demandent une cuillère à soupe de levure chimique.)
10. He spread a tablespoonful of peanut butter on the toast. (Il a étalé une cuillère à soupe de beurre de cacahuète sur le toast.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "tablespoonful" in English

Synonyms: spoonful, measure, scoop, dollop, ladle.

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: teaspoonful, cup, pint, quart, dash.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "cuillère à soupe" in French

Synonyms: cuillerée, mesure, dose.

Antonyms: -

Similar Words: cuillère à café, bol, tasse, litre, goutte.

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