candy
Translation
candy, sweets
Examples
Too much candy is bad for your teeth.
Too much candy is bad for your teeth.
He bought a bag of candies.
He bought a bag of candies.
Grammar Patterns
((a piece of candy)) a single sweet He gave the child a piece of candy.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sweets, confectionery
Etymology
From Arabic 'qandi' (sugared), from Sanskrit 'khanda' (piece of sugar).
Memory Tips
'Candy' is the standard term in American English for what British people call 'sweets'.