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How to Say ‘Sweetness’ in Traditional Chinese

甜度

tián dù

[tyen-doo]

💬 Usage Tip: In Taiwan drink shops, [甜度] is the standard word for sugar level, not just the abstract idea of sweetness. You'll hear it in set phrases like [甜度冰塊怎麼選?] (How would you like the sweetness and ice?)

Phrase Breakdown

甜度

tián dù

[tyen-doo]

sweetness level

The amount of sugar in a drink; a common customization option in Taiwan.

Example

這杯咖啡的甜度可以調整。

The sweetness level of this coffee can be adjusted.

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