dulces
/ˈdulθes/
In Spanish, the phrase 'confections' is translated as dulces.
The term dulces is used to refer to confections or sweets. Other terms can be used depending on the context: Repostería is a formal term that can include pastries or baked goods, while Chucherías refers to bite-sized sweets or snacks and Dulcecitos is an informal word for confections that conveys a sense of cuteness.
Which one should you use?
While dulces is the most common way to say 'confections' or 'sweets', it is more general than the more specific term confitería, which refers more specifically to the confectionery industry or a confectionery shop.
Is it said differently in some regions?
Chucherías is commonly used in Spain and some Latin American countries.
How does it change in a sentence?
dulces is the plural form of dulce, which can be used as both a noun meaning 'candy' and an adjective meaning 'sweet'.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈdulθes/
Did you know?
- In Mexico, you might hear dulces típicos to refer to regional candies often made from cactus, tamarind or chili, which blend sweet and spicy flavors.
- While chucherías refers to sweets, in some regions it can be used to describe any small, inexpensive trinkets or useless gadgets.
- The word chucherías is often used to describe much more than just sweets, frequently encompassing savory snacks like chips or crackers in Spain.
Examples in context
- Me encantan los dulces de chocolateI love chocolate confections
- Me gustan mucho los dulces.I really like sweets.
- Compré algunos dulces en la tienda.I bought some confections at the shop.
- No deberías comer tantos dulces.You shouldn't eat so many sweets.
Example conversation
Mateo and Sofía are at a bakery.
- Mateo¿Quieres probar estos dulces, Sofía?Do you want to try these confections, Sofía?
- SofíaSí, se ven deliciosos.Yes, they look delicious.
- MateoYo llevaré una caja para nosotros.I will take a box for us.
- SofíaGracias, Mateo, eres muy amable.Thanks, Mateo, you are very kind.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry dulces, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
