Spanish word of the day: Chuchería

What does chuchería mean?

Chuchería (feminine noun) — A small, inexpensive treat or trinket. Most commonly, it refers to candies, sweets, or snacks, but it can also mean a cheap little object or knick-knack.

Example sentences with chuchería

• De niño, siempre gastaba mi dinero en chucherías.
  🍬 As a child, I always spent my money on candies.

• En la tienda venden chucherías y pequeños juguetes.
  🧸 They sell sweets and little toys at the shop.

• No comas tantas chucherías antes de la cena.
  🚫🍭 Don’t eat so many sweets before dinner.

Chuchería in context

Chuchería is one of those words that brings you right back to childhood. In Spain and many Latin American countries, a “chuchería” is usually a sugary treat—think gummies, lollipops, or chocolates—that you might pick up at a kiosk. It’s the kind of thing kids beg for after school, but let’s be honest, adults love them too.

You’ll hear the word “chuchería” when buying at the corner store, talking about snacks and sweets, or parents warning kids not to eat too many of them!