sweet words; flattery; cajolery
Refers to words that are pleasing to hear but often insincere or manipulative, used to charm, persuade, or deceive someone. Often carries a negative connotation of being seduced by flattery.
See also: おだて
He deceived her with sweet words.
Please don't be misled by flattery.
Compound of 甘い (sweet) and 言葉 (words). The figurative use of 'sweet' to describe pleasing but potentially deceptive speech is common across languages.