SPOON
/spuːn/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of SPOON
An implement for eating or serving; a scooped utensil whose long handle is straight, in contrast to a ladle.
An implement for stirring food while being prepared; a wooden spoon.
A measure that will fit into a spoon; a spoonful.
To serve using a spoon; to transfer (something) with a spoon.
"Sarah spooned some apple sauce onto her plate."
To flirt; to make advances; to court, to interact romantically or amorously.
(of persons) To lie nestled front-to-back, following the contours of the bodies, in a manner reminiscent of stacked spoons.
To sail briskly with the wind astern, with or without sails hoisted.
Examples of SPOON in a Sentence
- "Sarah spooned some apple sauce onto her plate."
Word Details
Is SPOON a Scrabble Word?
Yes, SPOON is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: SPOON uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for SPOON
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | s | p | o | o | n | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| WWF | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 9 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in SPOON
28 words from the letters in SPOON
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use SPOON in Word Games
SPOON is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, SPOON is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble SPOON to find 28 additional valid words.