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chuchería means candy / trinket — a common term in Funny Words. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: October 24, 2025

😆 Funny Words

chuchería

noun • /[choo-che-REE-a]/

candy / trinket

Example:

Se llenó de chucherías en la feria.

He filled up on candy at the fair.

🧠 What does chuchería mean?

Chuchería is a fun, informal word mainly used in Spain to refer to candy, sweets, or treats. Think of the goodies you'd find in a candy store – lollipops, gummies, chocolates, etc. It can also sometimes refer to a small, inexpensive trinket or knick-knack, often one that's a bit kitschy or childish. It carries a lighthearted, playful connotation.

📚 Extra examples

  • Los niños estaban emocionados por comprar chucherías en la feria.
    The children were excited to buy candy at the fair.
  • Mi abuela siempre tiene un cajón lleno de chucherías para sus nietos.
    My grandmother always has a drawer full of treats for her grandchildren.
  • Compré algunas chucherías en el mercado, como un pequeño llavero y un imán.
    I bought some trinkets at the market, like a small keychain and a magnet.

💡 Did You Know?

In some regions of Spain, "chuchería" can also refer to a small, insignificant gift or a worthless object.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "chuchería"

Synonyms: golosina, dulce, confite

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'candy / trinket' in Spanish?
While there are many words for candy and trinkets, "chuchería" is a common and fun option, especially in Spain.
How do you pronounce 'chuchería' in Spanish?
It's pronounced choo-che-REE-ah, with the emphasis on the 'REE'.
How do you use 'chuchería' in a sentence?
Here are some examples: "Me encantan las chucherías." (I love candy.) / "Compré unas chucherías en la tienda." (I bought some trinkets at the store.)
What is the English translation of 'chuchería'?
It translates to candy, sweets, treats, or sometimes a small, inexpensive trinket.
Does 'chuchería' change for gender or number?
Yes, it can be pluralized as "chucherías" (candies/trinkets). It doesn't have a masculine form, as it's typically used to describe multiple items or a general category of things.
Is 'chuchería' common in everyday Spanish?
It's quite common in Spain, particularly in informal settings. While understood in Latin America, other words like "dulces" (sweets) or "golosinas" (candy) might be used more frequently there.
Does 'chuchería' have slang or double meanings?
Not really. It's a straightforward word for candy/trinkets and maintains a lighthearted and playful feel.
Is 'chuchería' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
Yes, primarily in frequency. While understood across the Spanish-speaking world, it's much more common in Spain. Latin Americans tend to use other words like "dulces" or "golosinas" more often.

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