English Word · Intermediate
ladleful
The amount held by a ladle
Pronunciation: /ˈleɪd l fʊl/
Meaning
A quantity equal to what one full ladle can hold.
Example
She added a ladleful of broth to each bowl.
She added a ladleful of broth to each bowl.
Practice tips
- Practice ladleful out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.