ひとすくい

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Meanings

1

scoop; scoopful

usually written using kana alone

A single scoop of something, such as ice cream or rice; emphasizes the amount taken in one motion.

アイスクリームをひとすくい、カップに入いれてください。
Please put one scoop of ice cream in the cup.

2

small ornamental spoon

usually written using kana alone

A tiny decorative spoon, often used for scooping tea or condiments; less common than the scoop meaning.

茶ちゃ筒づつのそばに、小ちいさなひとすくいが置おいてあった。
A small ornamental spoon was placed beside the tea caddy.