Kaugummi
Kaugummi is a German word that refers to a chewing gum. A chewing gum is a soft, cohesive substance that is chewed without being swallowed. It is popular among people of all ages, and is often used as a method of freshening breath and relieving stress.
Some common synonyms for Kaugummi are: Kauwerkzeug (chewing tool) and Kausnack (chewing snack).
The opposite of Kaugummi is a Bonbon (candy), which is a hard, often sugar-coated sweet that is meant to be sucked or chewed but not swallowed whole.
Here are some examples of how to use Kaugummi in a sentence:
- Ich kaue gerne Kaugummi, um meinen Atem zu erfrischen. (I like to chew gum to freshen my breath.)
- Kaugummi hilft mir, wenn ich gestresst bin. (Gum helps me when I am stressed.)
- Mein Vater sagt immer, man soll Kaugummi nicht schlucken. (My father always says you shouldn’t swallow gum.)
In Germany, Kaugummi is available in a variety of flavors and brands, including Wrigley’s, Orbit, and Extra. It is sold in small packets at grocery and convenience stores, and is a popular item at movie theaters and candy shops.\ Visit YouGlish.com