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The Chinese word **蜜糖** (mìtáng) is a compound noun formed by combining two characters with closely related meanings: **蜜** (mì), meaning "honey," and **糖** (táng), meaning "sugar" or "candy." This combination follows a common lexical pattern in Chinese where two synonymous or semantically related morphemes are joined to create a single, more vivid or refined concept. Literally, it translates to "honey-sugar," and it is used to refer specifically to honey or, more broadly, to any very sweet syrup or confection. The term often carries a connotation of delightful sweetness and is frequently employed in poetic or affectionate contexts, much like the English term "sweetheart." Thus, its formation leverages semantic reinforcement to evoke a stronger sense of sweetness than either character might alone.

Word Definition - 蜜糖

mì táng honey

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