adjectiveadverb
süß
sweet · cute
So schmecken Dinge wie Zucker, Honig oder Schokolade.
The German word "süß" is an adjective meaning "sweet".
- It refers to taste (like sugar or candy), but can also describe a charming or cute appearance or behavior.
- Similar words include "zuckersüß" (very sweet), "lieblich" (lovely/sweet in a more poetic sense), and "herzig" (cute/darling, mainly in Swiss German).
Differences:
- "süß" is the general term for sweetness or cuteness.
- "zuckersüß" emphasizes an extreme sweetness.
- "lieblich" often describes flavor or atmosphere with a poetic or soft nuance.
- "herzig" is used more affectionately or regionally for people or things perceived as lovable.
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Examples
Die Schokolade schmeckt sehr süß.adjective
The chocolate tastes very sweet.
Dein Lächeln ist wirklich süß.adjective
Your smile is really sweet.
Du siehst heute besonders süß aus.adjective
You look especially cute today.
Die Katze sieht süß aus.adjective
The cat looks cute.
Diese Katze sieht süß aus.adjective
This cat looks sweet.
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