Naschkatze

Naschkatze is a German informal term for a person who has a strong fondness for snacks, especially sweets. The word combines naschen, meaning to nibble or snack, with Katze, the word for cat, creating a playful metaphor for someone who cannot resist small treats. It is typically used affectionately and without harsh judgment.

The expression denotes a recurring habit rather than a one‑time craving. It can refer to children as well as adults and is commonly spoken in families, schools, and media. People say, for example, “Ich bin eine Naschkatze” or describe someone as a Naschkatze to highlight their tendency to reach for cookies, chocolate, or other sweets.

In usage, Naschkatze sits between informal speech and light humor. It is less formal than terms like Süßigkeitenliebhaber, and is often used in everyday conversation, parenting, or popular culture to characterize a charming weakness for snacks rather than a serious vice. It can appear as a descriptor for a character in stories, songs, or advertising aimed at a broad audience.

Related terms include Naschliebhaber or Süßigkeitenliebhaber, which are more formal or neutral alternatives. While Naschkatze is a fixed cultural image in German, it does not denote a clinical condition and is generally understood as a humorous, relatable trait. The expression reflects the common human experience of occasional indulgence and is part of everyday German colloquial speech.