General
sweet as
What does sweet as mean?
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."
Origin
New Zealand English 'as' intensifier construction, where 'as' amplifies an adjective without a completing clause.
Frequently asked questions
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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