What do you call this thing? Is it a spatula?

[BCRanger10]

What do you call this thing?

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My wife insists that it's a spatula. I however insist that she is...

...'cuz she is...

Spatula

Scraper

"That thing there"... or something else...

[zeitgeist057]

Chefs (myself and those I have worked with), call it a spatula, or spat for short. I was living in Israel and a guy I know there called it a "pan licker", which I think is a fine name for it. If you want to contend with your wife, maybe you can start calling it that?

Generally, I think of a spatula as a flat tool used for moving food around. I do understand the confusion, since there are so many variations with widely different purposes. However, there are other tools that have this same issue, such as rope (so many kinds of rope!). But in other categories, such as glassware, each type of glass has its own specific name.

[The_Shadow_Dweller]

That is a silicon spatula. Really not good for health. Kindly replace it with a metal one. Even if it is a bit expensive.

And don't use the non-stick cookware. It is bad as well. Better to have those stains than spend thousands in cancer hospital.

[NotTacocaT6969]

It’s literally called a spatula dude.


Go to the store, grab one off the hook and read the writings on the cardboard. 🤣

[purplepoppy]

If has a handle it's a spatula. No handle it's a scraper.
This is a scraper.

[DizzyDesii]

A scraper: doesn't look like a spatula to me

[BeMuse]

It's technically a "Scraper Spatula". There are a lot of different types of spatulas from flippers, to mixers, to scrapers, to cake, to lab, etc. It's easier to just refer to it as a scraper because then you don't have to refer to it as a scraper spatula. If you just call it a spatula, then you have to specify which type of spatula if you want another person to understand which spatula you want them to grab/use.

[BeMuse]

Spatula is equivalent to automobile. Scraper is equivalent to pickup truck. Is a pickup truck an automobile? Yes. Are all automobiles pickup trucks? No.

[BeMuse]

Next time she tries to act smart and tells you to use a spatula pull out a spatha (roman broadsword)... That's were the word originates.

[ColHathi]

It's a bowl scraper. I don't know why someone would call that a spatula, but I guess a lot of people do.

See: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scraper_%28kitchen%29

[LiamJHayden]

Spatula. Here is a link to the exact product:

https://www.webstaurantstore.com/tablecraft-h3909gy-10-1-4-high-heat-gray-silicone-spatula/808H3909GY.html

[sage2021]

Your wife is right. Its a spatula!!
You lost this one dude.

[BCRanger10]

NEVER!

[andreasderjuengere]

I don't call it anything. We don't speak with each other. I just grab it when I need it :)

One day I may grow fond of a specific one; I might call it 'Baby', or similar.

[Summeroflove]

Yeah it is one. Seems you’re gonna have to admit you’re wrong on this one man lol

[abc3643]

It may be a scraper, but it identifies as a spatula.
It's pronouns are spat/spats/spat's.

[abc3643]

I just asked Google Bard...

PROMPT:
In cooking, what is the difference between a spatula and a scraper?

GOOGLE BARD:

A spatula is a kitchen utensil with a broad, flat blade used for mixing, lifting, and turning food. Spatulas come in a variety of shapes and sizes, each designed for a specific purpose. For example, a rubber spatula is ideal for mixing batters and doughs, while a metal spatula is good for flipping pancakes and burgers.

A scraper is a kitchen utensil with a flat, straight blade used for scraping food from bowls, pans, and other surfaces. Scrapers are typically made of metal or plastic, and they come in a variety of sizes. For example, a small, pointed scraper is ideal for scraping the sides of a bowl, while a larger, flatter scraper is good for scraping a pan.

The main difference between a spatula and a scraper is the shape of the blade. A spatula's blade is curved, while a scraper's blade is straight. This difference in shape affects how the two utensils are used. A spatula is better for mixing and turning food, while a scraper is better for scraping food from bowls, pans, and other surfaces.

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[abc3643]

Here are some additional details about the differences between spatulas and scrapers:

* Spatulas are typically made of metal or silicone. Metal spatulas are good for high-heat cooking, while silicone spatulas are non-stick and can be used in both the oven and the microwave.

*Scrapers are typically made of metal or plastic. Metal scrapers are good for scraping tough foods, while plastic scrapers are gentler on delicate surfaces.

*Spatulas come in a variety of shapes and sizes. Some common types of spatulas include:

> Offset spatula: This type of spatula has a long, curved blade that makes it easy to reach into bowls and pans.

> Rubber spatula: This type of spatula is made of flexible rubber, making it ideal for mixing batters and doughs.
> Fish spatula: This type of spatula has a thin, flexible blade that makes it easy to flip fish without breaking it.

* Scrapers come in a variety of shapes and sizes. Some common types of scrapers include:

> Bench scraper: This type of scraper is large and flat, making it ideal for scraping down bowls and pans.

> Angled scraper: This type of scraper has a straight blade that is angled at 90 degrees. This makes it ideal for scraping food from corners and edges.

> Palette knife: This type of scraper has a long, thin blade that is ideal for spreading frosting and fillings.

[TrueConfection]

I use both terms. I also call a pancake flipper a spatula.

[DubiousIntentions]

It's a spat-tula! That's the plural of spit in your Tula.

[jennifer_bloom]

It might be a dual purpose object that serves both purposes.

[Boomchakalaca]

A rubber spatula, the lesson here is to listen to ur wife

[SaoirseS]

It’s a spatula. Who on earth calls it a scraper (besides you)?

[SaoirseS]

PS. Your wife is correct.

[doctorwhofan23]

I more would call a spatula something you flip burgers with not that.

[SaoirseS]

Those are spatulas too.

[HippieVeganJewslim]

I call it a lapátka, but I seldom talk about such a think.

[Likes2drive]

I think it’s used for putting icing on the cake, but I wouldn’t call it a spatula

[legalboxers]

as far as I roamed the planet. Its a spatula

[Genie23]

Where I live, we call that Spatula

[PBandJ_Nerd]

It's a rubber spatula.

[whereismyjohnny]

Your wife is right. That's a spatula. 😆

[AsaKyo]

It's a spatula

[worldscolide]

I've always called it a spatula.

[Fuentes]

Isn't that like a spatula spreader?

[Agape93]

Batter spatula

[XiJinping]

Spatula.

[serious_miss419]

Wife is right 🤣

[Iron_Man]

Kind of

[gorydetails]

It's a spatula

[gorydetails]

this is a scraper