Sandok (en. Ladle)

/sænˈdok/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of utensil used to scoop liquid or thick food.
Use the ladle for the soup.
Gamitin mo ang sandok para sa sabaw.
A large spoon with a long handle.
The ladle is usually made of metal or plastic.
Ang sandok ay pangkaraniwang gawa sa bakal o plastik.
A tool used in cooking for transferring food from one container.
The chef uses a ladle to transfer the dish onto the plate.
Ang chef ay gumagamit ng sandok upang ilipat ang ulam sa plato.

Etymology

From the Spanish word 'scoop'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

soup ladle
A ladle specifically used for soup.
sandok ng sabaw

Related Words

spoon
A smaller type of ladle used for scooping smaller amounts of food.
kutsara
tongs
A tool used for grasping or lifting food.
tongs

Slang Meanings

Scoop
Use a ladle so it's easier for you to get rice.
Gumamit ka naman ng sandok para mas madali kang makakuha ng kanin.
Anything (for anything that gets mixed or gathered)
I just use a ladle, so I mix anything together.
Sandok na lang ang gamit ko, kaya kahit ano nalang pinagsasama ko.