Teaspoon

A teaspoon is a common measuring tool used in cooking and baking to accurately measure small amounts of ingredients. It is typically equivalent to about 5 milliliters of liquid or dry ingredient. Standard teaspoons are used in recipes to ensure consistency and precision, especially when measuring spices, sugar, or liquids. The term also refers to the small spoon used for stirring tea or coffee, but in measurement contexts, it specifically denotes this standardized unit. Accurate measurement with teaspoons helps achieve desired flavors and textures in culinary preparations.