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confetti
Small, colorful scraps of paper that are thrown into the air at celebrations such as carnival, weddings, or parties.
Nach der Siegerehrung regnete es goldenes Konfetti auf die Gewinner.
After the awards ceremony, golden confetti rained down on the winners.
'Konfetti' (confetti) is usually used like a material noun (e.g., 'Sand' (sand) or 'Milch' (milk)) in the singular and often without an article. You talk about the mass, not individual pieces.
Nach der Party lag überall Konfetti auf dem Boden.
After the party, there was confetti all over the floor.
In connection with celebrations, 'Konfetti' (confetti) is often used with the verbs 'werfen' (to throw), 'streuen' (to scatter), or 'regnen' (to rain). These describe the typical action at festivals and celebrations.
Zum Jahreswechsel werfen wir traditionell Konfetti von unserem Balkon.
At New Year's, we traditionally throw confetti from our balcony.
The word comes from Italian, where 'confetti' originally means 'sweets' or 'confectionery'. The paper scraps became popular as a cheaper substitute at carnival parades.
Der Brauch, Konfetti zu werfen, kommt ursprünglich aus Italien.
The custom of throwing confetti originally comes from Italy.
glitter
'Glitzer' and 'Konfetti' can both appear at celebrations, in crafts, or in decorations. They can be confused because both consist of many small pieces and feel festive. 'Glitzer' is very small, shiny particles that reflect light and can stick to skin, cards, or decorations. 'Konfetti' is small, colorful scraps of paper that people often throw into the air at parties or carnival. In short: Glitzer sparkles, Konfetti flies.
Nach Mitternacht lag überall Konfetti auf dem Boden.
After midnight, there was confetti all over the floor.
Auf der Einladung klebt so viel Glitzer, dass meine Hände danach funkeln.
There is so much glitter stuck to the invitation that my hands sparkle afterward.