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sweetie (noun)

Sweetie is a noun used as an informal and affectionate term of endearment for a person, such as a child, partner, or friend. It is often used to express warmth, fondness, or sometimes a patronizing attitude depending on the social context.

💡 Memory Tip

Think of a 'Sweetie' as someone as 'Sweet' as 'Tea' (Sweet-ie).

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⚠️ Common Mistakes

Calling a male boss 'sweetie'. → Calling him by his name or 'Sir'.

Spelling it 'sweety'. → Sweetie.

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