Pronunciation

/ˈʃʊɡər/

Definitions

Noun

1. Sugar (sʊgər): A white crystalline solid derived from sugarcane or sugar beet, used as a sweetener, preservative, and flavoring agent in food and beverages.

   • Example sentence: She added a spoonful of sugar to her coffee to make it sweeter.

2. Concentration of sucrose: In baking, a measurement of sugar content, such as granulated sugar, brown sugar, or powdered sugar.

   • Example sentence: The recipe calls for 1 cup of white sugar or its equivalent in other forms.

Verb

1. To sweeten with sugar: The act of adding sugar to enhance taste or sweetness.

   • Example sentence: He sweetened the tea with a bit of honey, but it still needed more sugar.

2. Metaphorical use: Referring to something as excessively sweet or pleasant.

   • Example sentence: The job offer was like sugar on top of her already sweet day.

Adjective

1. Sweet: Characterized by or containing sugar, giving a pleasant taste.
   • Example sentence: The cake had a delightful sweet aroma.

Adverb

1. Sugary: Having a sweet taste or quality.
   • Example sentence: The soda had a sugary aftertaste.

Phrases

• “Add some sugar” means to increase the sweetness of a dish or beverage.
• “Natural sugar content” refers to the sugar found in foods without added sweeteners.
• “Cut down on sugar” is a recommendation to reduce sugar consumption for health reasons.

Example Sentences

• Noun: She stirred in some sugar to dissolve it completely.
• Verb: He sweetened the syrup with a little sugar.
• Adjective: The cookies were so sugary that they melted in your mouth.

Synonyms

• Sweetener
• Cane sugar
• Beet sugar
• Glucose
• Honey
• Molasses
• Maple syrup (as alternatives to refined sugar)