Süßigkeit

German

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Etymology

From Middle High German süezecheit. Analyzable as süß (sweet) +‎ -igkeit.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈzyːsɪçˌkaɪ̯t/
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Noun

Süßigkeit f (genitive Süßigkeit, plural Süßigkeiten)

  1. (chiefly plural) sweet, candy (piece or kind of confectionery)
  2. sweetness
    Synonym: (more common) Süße
    Die Süßigkeit des Honigs gibt der Soße eine besondere Note.
    The sweetness of the honey adds a special touch to the sauce.

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