German · Food & Drink
Zucker
Sugar
Beginnernoun
Definition
A sweet crystalline substance.
Example
Wie viel Zucker möchten Sie?
How much sugar would you like?
Etymology
'Zucker' originates from the Middle High German 'zucker', borrowed from the Latin 'saccharum'. Its use in sweetening food has remained significant throughout history.
How & Where It’s Used
'Zucker' is employed in both spoken and written contexts, mostly in informal discussions regarding cooking, baking, and health topics in a variety of social settings.