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General Slang
sweet as
SWEET AZ · phrase · informal
No problem; awesome; all good
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Definitions
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An affirmative phrase meaning 'great', 'fine', or 'no worries'. The trailing 'as' is a Kiwi intensifier left deliberately dangling.
“You want to swing by after work? Sweet as, see you then.”
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sweet as In A Sentence
You want to swing by after work? Sweet as, see you then.
Origin & Usage
New Zealand English 'as' intensifier construction, where 'as' amplifies an adjective without a completing clause.
People Also Ask
What does sweet as mean?
It means 'great', 'no problem', or 'all good' — a casual expression of approval or agreement.
Why does it end in 'as'?
In Kiwi English 'as' is an intensifier tacked onto an adjective without finishing the comparison, so 'sweet as' just means very sweet or very good.
Is sweet as an Australian or New Zealand phrase?
It's used in both, but the dangling 'as' intensifier is especially characteristic of New Zealand English.
How do you use sweet as?
Use it as a standalone reply to mean 'that's fine' or 'sounds great', like 'Sweet as, see you then.'
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