Spoon/spuːn/ Definition 1 of 4Pro Tip 1/3Utensil Types Spoons come in various sizes for different uses, such as teaspoons for stirring drinks. Could you hand me the teaspoon for my tea? Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Variance In some cultures, spoons are the primary utensil, used more than forks or knives. In Korea, it's common to eat rice with a spoon. Pro Tip 3/3Material Matter Spoons can be made of metal, wood, plastic, and even disposable material. I prefer wooden spoons for cooking as they don't scratch pans.