snackies
/ˈsnæk.iz/ IELTSAcademic
noun
Informal plural word for small snacks or bite-sized foods. It is often used in casual speech, especially in some varieties of Indian English.
- We ordered some snackies with tea.
- The party table had chips and other snackies.
- Bring a few snackies for the trip.
Adinary Nuance
Snackies is more casual and playful than snacks. Use snacks in most writing, menus, and formal speech. Snackies sounds friendly and everyday, so it fits family talk, small gatherings, and light conversation.
In other languages
- Vietnamese
- đồ ăn vặt
- Spanish
- tentempiés
- Chinese
- 小零食
- Japanese
- 軽食
- Korean
- 간식
Etymology
Snackies is an informal plural built from snack, with the playful -ies ending. It is common in casual Indian English and is not standard in formal dictionaries.
Common phrases
some snackiessnackies and teabring snackies
Synonyms
Related words
Frequently asked questions
- Is snackies a standard English word?
- No. It is informal and more common in casual Indian English than in standard global English.
- What is the difference between snackies and snacks?
- Snacks is the normal word. Snackies sounds more playful and casual.
- Can I use snackies in business writing?
- Usually, no. Use snacks, refreshments, or light snacks instead.