Candies
Candies
Candies (pronunciation: /ˈkændiz/) are sweet, often colorful confections made from a variety of ingredients and processes. The term is derived from the French word candie, which itself comes from the Arabic qandi, meaning sugar.
Etymology
The word "candy" comes from the Old French çúcre candi, derived in turn from Persian Qand (قند) and Qandi (قندی), "cane sugar". It was borrowed into English in the late 13th century from Old French, and by the 15th century was being used to describe a type of sweet made from sugar.
Types of Candies
There are many types of candies, including:
- Chocolate: A type of candy made from cacao beans, sugar, and often milk. It can be eaten plain or used as a flavoring in other candies.
- Hard Candy: A type of candy made by boiling sugar syrup to a high temperature and then allowing it to cool and harden.
- Gummy Candy: A type of candy made from gelatin, sugar, and flavorings. They are often shaped like animals or other objects.
- Caramel: A type of candy made by heating sugar until it becomes a thick, sweet, sticky liquid.
- Licorice: A type of candy made from the root of the licorice plant. It is often flavored with anise.
Related Terms
- Confectionery: The art of making candies and other sweet foods.
- Sugar: A sweet substance used in making candies.
- Dessert: A course that concludes a meal. The course usually consists of sweet foods, such as candies.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Candies
- Wikipedia's article - Candies
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