Traditional
Still common
Definition
Great, excellent, no worries - an all-purpose intensifier.
Example Sentence
"Can you grab me a coffee too?" "Sweet as."
Where "Sweet As" Comes From
"Sweet as" follows a distinctly Australian and New Zealand pattern of dropping an adjective after "as" without finishing the comparison - "sweet as [anything]."
It rose to everyday use from the late 20th century onward, especially among younger Australians.
How Aussies Actually Use It
It works as agreement, thanks, or a general stamp of approval, often replacing "okay" or "no worries" entirely.
It's just as common on its own as tacked onto a sentence: "that plan's sweet as."
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