karhainpäällinen

Karhainpäällinen is a Finnish term that translates to "spoonful" or "ladleful" when referring to a quantity of food or liquid. It is derived from the Finnish word "karhi," which means spoon, and "päällinen," meaning full or over. The term is commonly used in everyday language to describe an amount that can be scooped up with a spoon or ladle.

The specific quantity denoted by "karhainpäällinen" is not a precise measurement but rather an approximate one, depending on the size of the spoon or ladle and the consistency of the substance being measured. For instance, a "karhainpäällinen" of soup would be different from a "karhainpäällinen" of jam. It conveys a sense of a single, generous serving or portion.

In recipes or informal instructions, "karhainpäällinen" indicates a serving size or a component to be added. It is a versatile term, applicable to both liquid and semi-solid foods. For example, one might be asked to add "two spoonfuls of sugar" or "a ladleful of sauce." The context usually clarifies the intended meaning and approximate volume. It is a practical and widely understood descriptor in Finnish culinary contexts.