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treats

 

[ triːts ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

sweet

Sweets or snacks typically enjoyed as a reward or indulgence.

Synonyms

goodies, snacks, sweets

Examples of usage

  • She loves to indulge in treats after a long day at work.
  • The kids were excited to receive Halloween treats.
Context #2 | Verb

behavior

To behave towards someone or something in a particular way, often in a kind or generous manner.

Synonyms

deal with, handle, interact with

Examples of usage

  • She always treats her friends with kindness.
  • The restaurant treats its customers like family.

Translations

Translations of the word "treats" in other languages:

🇵🇹 guloseimas

🇮🇳 सुविधाएं

🇩🇪 Leckereien

🇮🇩 permen

🇺🇦 ласощі

🇵🇱 smakołyki

🇯🇵 お菓子

🇫🇷 friandises

🇪🇸 golosinas

🇹🇷 ikramlar

🇰🇷 간식

🇸🇦 حلويات

🇨🇿 pochutiny

🇸🇰 pochúťky

🇨🇳 零食

🇸🇮 poslastice

🇮🇸 góðgæti

🇰🇿 дәмділер

🇬🇪 ტკბილეული

🇦🇿 şirniyyat

🇲🇽 golosinas

Etymology

The word 'treats' originated from the Old English word 'tret', meaning 'an allowance of food'. Over time, the term evolved to encompass not just food rewards but also acts of kindness or generosity towards others. Today, treats can refer to both indulgent snacks and thoughtful gestures, symbolizing pleasure and care in various contexts.

See also: entreat, entreaty, maltreatment, mistreat, retreat, treat, treated, treaties, treatise, treatment, treaty, untreatable, untreated.

Word Frequency Rank

At #7,470 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.