What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
sweety
Example
Goodnight, sweety. [sweety: noun]
Example
This cake is so sweety, it's almost too much. [sweety: adjective]
honey
Example
I love you, honey. [honey: noun]
Example
Can you pass me the honey for my toast? [honey: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Honey is more commonly used than sweety in everyday language, especially in older generations. However, sweety is gaining popularity among younger generations as a casual and informal term of endearment.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between sweety and honey?
Honey is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts, while sweety is more informal and may not be appropriate in formal settings.
