French · Food & Drink
sucre
sugar
Beginnernoun · m
Definition
A sweet crystalline substance obtained from sugar cane.
Example
Combien de sucres dans ton cafe?
How many sugars in your coffee?
Etymology
'Sucre' originates from the Arabic 'sukkar', which entered Latin as 'saccharum'. The term transitioned into French through multiple linguistic influences.
How & Where It’s Used
'Sucre' is used in both formal and informal contexts, particularly in culinary environments and conversations. It is well understood in all French-speaking regions.