die Süßigkeit
Translation
sweet, candy, confectionery
Examples
Kinder essen gerne Süßigkeiten.
Children like to eat sweets.
Schokolade ist meine Lieblingssüßigkeit.
Chocolate is my favorite candy.
Grammar Patterns
to eat ((sth.)) I like to eat candy.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Nascherei (treat), das Bonbon (candy)
Etymology
From the adjective 'süß' (sweet) plus the noun-forming suffix '-igkeit', similar to '-ness' or '-ity' in English. It means 'a sweet thing'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'süß' (sweet) + '-igkeit' (a thing that is...). Often used in the plural, 'Süßigkeiten', for 'candy'.