Schatzi
The English phrase "sweetie pie" can be translated into German as Schatzi.
Schatzi is a term of endearment. Other informal terms you might encounter include Schatz, which means "treasure" or "sweetheart" and Liebling, which means "darling" or "favorite". Additionally, Süße(r) is an informal and versatile way to refer to a sweetie pie.
Meaning: term of endearment (noun)
Which one should you use?
While Schatz is the standard noun for "treasure", the diminutive form Schatzi is the version more commonly used as a pet name in casual conversation.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
Schatzi is highly informal. It is used primarily between romantic partners or by parents toward children.
How does it change in a sentence?
Schatzi is a diminutive form. It is often used as a constant term of endearment regardless of the gender of the person being addressed.
Did you know?
- While Schatzi is a term of love, it is also used ironically or condescendingly when addressing a stranger or an opponent to make them feel small.
- Unlike English 'sweetie pie', which refers to food, Schatzi relates to wealth, as the root word Schatz refers to a hoard of gold or treasure.
- The suffix '-i' in Schatzi is a common way to create 'Koseformen', or pet names, by making words sound smaller and cuter.
Examples in context
- Guten Morgen, Schatz! Hast du gut geschlafen?Sweetie, good morning! Did you sleep well?
- Kannst du bitte noch etwas Brot vom Markt mitbringen, Liebling?Could you please bring some more bread from the market, sweetie pie?
- Hallo Süße! Wie war dein Tag?Hey sweetie pie! How was your day?
- Komm her, mein Schatzi.Come here, my sweetie pie.
- Alles Gute zum Geburtstag, Schatzi!Happy birthday, sweetie pie!
Example conversation
Julia and Felix are sitting on the sofa at home.
- JuliaMöchtest du einen Tee, Schatzi?Would you like a tea, sweetie pie?
- FelixJa, das wäre sehr lieb von dir, Julia.Yes, that would be very kind of you, Julia.
- JuliaIch bringe ihn dir sofort.I will bring it to you immediately.
- FelixDanke schön, meine liebe Julia.Thank you, my dear Julia.
