Significado
To have a strong liking for sweet-tasting foods.
Contexto cultural
The 'sweet tooth' is often satisfied during 'Afternoon Tea,' where a variety of cakes, scones with jam, and biscuits are served. It is a socially central part of British life. American culture often celebrates the 'sweet tooth' with extreme desserts, such as 'freakshakes' or 'deep-fried Oreos' at state fairs. It's often used in marketing to sell large portions. Sweden has a tradition called 'Lördagsgodis' (Saturday candy), where children (and adults) satisfy their sweet tooth specifically on Saturdays to protect their dental health. Turkish culture has a massive array of extremely sweet desserts like Baklava. While they don't use the English idiom, the concept of hospitality is often built around satisfying a guest's love for sugar.
Use modifiers
Make your English sound more natural by adding 'a bit of a' or 'quite a' before 'sweet tooth.'
Singular only
Remember, even if you are talking about a group of people, each person has 'a sweet tooth' (singular).
Significado
To have a strong liking for sweet-tasting foods.
Use modifiers
Make your English sound more natural by adding 'a bit of a' or 'quite a' before 'sweet tooth.'
Singular only
Remember, even if you are talking about a group of people, each person has 'a sweet tooth' (singular).
The 'Savory' contrast
If you want to sound like a pro, say 'I don't have much of a sweet tooth; I'm more of a savory person.'
Ponte a prueba
Complete the sentence with the correct form of the idiom.
I can't stop eating these chocolates! I guess I just ______ a sweet tooth.
The idiom always uses the verb 'have' to describe possessing the trait.
Which of these is the correct idiom?
Choose the right phrase:
The idiom is always singular ('tooth') and uses the indefinite article 'a'.
Fill in the missing part of the conversation.
A: Do you want some syrup on your pancakes? B: Yes, please! I have a ______ sweet tooth.
'Big' is a common modifier for 'sweet tooth' to show intensity.
Match the response to the situation.
Situation: Your friend offers you a very sugary donut, but you don't like sugar.
Adding 'don't really' is a polite way to decline based on preference.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Ayudas visuales
Sweet Tooth Essentials
Candy
- • Gummies
- • Lollipops
- • Licorice
Bakery
- • Cake
- • Cookies
- • Pastries
Frozen
- • Ice Cream
- • Sorbet
- • Gelato
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosI can't stop eating these chocolates! I guess I just ______ a sweet tooth.
The idiom always uses the verb 'have' to describe possessing the trait.
Choose the right phrase:
The idiom is always singular ('tooth') and uses the indefinite article 'a'.
A: Do you want some syrup on your pancakes? B: Yes, please! I have a ______ sweet tooth.
'Big' is a common modifier for 'sweet tooth' to show intensity.
Situation: Your friend offers you a very sugary donut, but you don't like sugar.
Adding 'don't really' is a polite way to decline based on preference.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
4 preguntasNo, that is not a standard idiom. You should say 'I prefer salty snacks' or 'I have a savory tooth' (as a joke).
No, it is almost always used in a friendly or neutral way. It's a common 'guilty pleasure.'
Usually 'have.' You 'get' a craving, but you 'have' a sweet tooth as a personality trait.
Only if you are talking about food or hobbies during small talk. Don't use it to describe your professional skills!
Frases relacionadas
sugar rush
builds onA sudden burst of energy after eating a lot of sugar.
sugarcoat
similarTo make something bad sound better.
eye for detail
similarTo be good at noticing small things.
acquired taste
contrastSomething you learn to like over time.
