Spoon strokes

Spoon strokes: skimming, cross-folding hooks and dots.

Related words:

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"Spoon" is a common tableware, which is mainly used to scoop liquid or granular food. Below I will introduce this common and practical tool from four aspects: history, types, usage and cultural significance.

I. History

The history of spoons can be traced back to the Neolithic Age, when people began to scoop food with various stone spoons. With the passage of time, the materials of spoons are gradually diversified, including wood, metal, ceramics and so on. In China, the bronze spoon appeared in the Shang Dynasty, and the iron spoon became popular in the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period.

Second, the type

There are many kinds of spoons, which can be divided into the following according to their shapes and uses:

1, ordinary spoon: usually used to scoop liquid or semi-liquid food, such as soup, porridge, etc.

2. Tea spoon: used to scoop granular food, such as coffee and tea.

3. Spoon: Used to stir liquid or semi-liquid food, such as soup and jam.

4. Spoon: used to scoop soup foods, such as chicken soup and fish soup.

5. Dessert spoon: used to scoop dessert or ice cream.

Third, the method of use

The use of the spoon is very simple. Just put the spoon into the food, and then gently lift the spoon to scoop up the food. For different kinds of spoons, the use method is slightly different. For example, when using a tea spoon, you need to shake it gently to avoid spilling granular food.

Fourth, cultural significance.

Spoon has a special meaning in many cultures. In the traditional culture of China, the spoon is regarded as one of the symbols of female roles, because women often need to scoop food for their families with a spoon. In addition, spoons are also an important part of tableware culture, representing civilization and politeness. In western culture, the spoon is regarded as an important kitchen tool, representing the cooking and food culture.