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Candy

UK /["/ˈkændi/"]/US /["/ˈkændi/"]/

Definition

sweet food made of sugar and/or chocolate, eaten between meals; a piece of this

In simple words: Sweet food, usually made from sugar.

Examples

  • a box of candy
  • a candy store
  • a candy bar
  • Who wants the last piece of candy?
  • She had enough candies in her pocket for all the children.
  • I thought it was going to be difficult to get funding for the project, but in the end it was like taking candy from a baby.

Usage notes

Use 'candy' in casual conversations about food or treats. It's generally appropriate for all ages, but might be less formal in business contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of kids at a 'candy' factory, surrounded by colorful sweets.

Collocations

  • butterscotch
  • chocolate
  • licorice
  • eat
  • unwrap
  • hand out
  • wrapper
  • bar
  • aisle
  • like taking candy from a baby

Synonyms

  • sweet

Antonyms

  • vegetables
  • healthy food

Common mistakes

  • Using 'candies' when referring to candy in general.
  • Confusing 'candy' with 'dessert' which is a broader category.
  • Mispronouncing it as 'kan-dee' instead of 'kan-dee'.