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Comer, Beber y Servir Comida - Sabores y Aromas

Aquí aprenderás algunas palabras en inglés relacionadas con los sabores y gustos como "acidez", "umami" y "avellanado".

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sweetness
sweetness
[Sustantivo]

the sensory experience of a pleasing or sugary flavor

dulzura, sabor dulce

dulzura, sabor dulce

Ex: The sweetness of the tropical fruit punch made it a favorite among the party guests. 

La dulzura del ponche de frutas tropicales lo convirtió en un favorito entre los invitados a la fiesta.

sourness
sourness
[Sustantivo]

the sharp or tangy flavor often associated with acidic or tart substances

acidez, agrura

acidez, agrura

Ex: The yogurt had a pleasant sourness, creating a delicious contrast in the dessert. 

El yogur tenía una acidez agradable, creando un delicioso contraste en el postre.

saltiness
saltiness
[Sustantivo]

the characteristic taste sensation associated with the presence of salt in food

salobridad, sabor salado

salobridad, sabor salado

Ex: The chef adjusted the recipe to achieve the right level of saltiness in the soup. 

El chef ajustó la receta para lograr el nivel adecuado de salinidad en la sopa.

bitterness
bitterness
[Sustantivo]

the sharp and unpleasant taste often found in coffee, dark chocolate, or certain vegetables

amargor, amargura

amargor, amargura

Ex: The bitterness of the medicine made it challenging to swallow. 

La amargura del medicamento hizo que fuera difícil de tragar.

umami
umami
[Sustantivo]

‌a taste that is not sour, bitter, salty, or sweet, found in some foods such as meat, etc.

umami

umami

Ex: The aged cheese had developed a strong umami profile, with hints of nuttiness and depth. 

El queso añejo había desarrollado un fuerte perfil umami, con toques de nuez y profundidad.

pungency
pungency
[Sustantivo]

the strong, sharp taste or sensation often associated with spicy or intensely flavored foods

picante, acritud

picante, acritud

Ex: The aged cheese was appreciated for its strong aroma and pungency. 

El queso añejo fue apreciado por su fuerte aroma y su punzancia.

spiciness
spiciness
[Sustantivo]

the quality of having a strong or fiery taste due to the presence of spices or chili peppers

picante

picante

Ex: The spiciness of the ginger in the stir-fry brought depth and warmth to the flavors. 

El picante del jengibre en el salteado aportó profundidad y calidez a los sabores.

hotness
hotness
[Sustantivo]

the level of spiciness or heat in food

picante, nivel de picante

picante, nivel de picante

Ex: The chef's specialty dish was known for its perfect balance of hotness and savory flavors. 

El plato especial del chef era conocido por su equilibrio perfecto entre picante y sabores sabrosos.

coolness
coolness
[Sustantivo]

a refreshing, mild, or soothing sensation in the mouth, often associated with mint, menthol, or cucumber

frescura, refrescamiento

frescura, refrescamiento

astringency
astringency
[Sustantivo]

the dry, puckering, or rough sensation experienced in the mouth, often caused by substances like tannins in tea or unripe fruits

astringencia, aspereza

astringencia, aspereza

Ex: The unripe persimmon had a noticeable astringency that softened as it ripened. 

El caqui inmaduro tenía una notable astringencia que se suavizó a medida que maduraba.

metallicness
metallicness
[Sustantivo]

a taste, aroma, or sensation resembling that of metal such as certain medicines or amalgam dental fillings

metalicidad, sabor metálico

metalicidad, sabor metálico

acidic
acidic
[Adjetivo]

(of flavour) tangy and sour, often due to the presence of acid

muy agrio

muy agrio

Ex: The wine was too acidic for my taste, leaving a sharp aftertaste. 

El vino era demasiado ácido para mi gusto, dejando un regusto agudo.

astringent
astringent
[Adjetivo]

having a sharp, bitter, or sour taste

astringente

astringente

Ex: A well-brewed black coffee can have an astringent edge, especially if it is made with dark roast beans. 

Un café negro bien preparado puede tener un borde astringente, especialmente si está hecho con granos de tostado oscuro.

bitter
bitter
[Adjetivo]

having a strong taste that is unpleasant and not sweet

amargo

amargo

Ex: He winced at the bitter aftertaste of the dark chocolate, preferring sweeter varieties. 

Hizo una mueca ante el regusto amargo del chocolate negro, prefiriendo variedades más dulces.

bittersweet
bittersweet
[Adjetivo]

having a taste that is a blend of both bitter and sweet flavors

agridulce, dulceamargo

agridulce, dulceamargo

Ex: The dark caramel sauce had a truly bittersweet flavor, with intense bitterness and a luscious sweetness. 

La salsa de caramelo oscuro tenía un sabor verdaderamente agridulce, con una amargura intensa y una dulzura deliciosa.

brackish
brackish
[Adjetivo]

describing water that is slightly salty, typically where freshwater mixes with seawater

salobre, agua salobre

salobre, agua salobre

Ex: The fisherman explained that certain fish thrive in brackish environments. 

El pescador explicó que ciertos peces prosperan en entornos salobres.

hot
hot
[Adjetivo]

(of food) having a spicy or peppery flavor that causes a burning sensation in the mouth

picante, picoso

picante, picoso

Ex: The restaurant is known for its hot wings that challenge even the bravest eaters. 

El restaurante es conocido por sus alas picantes que desafían incluso a los comedores más valientes.

mild
mild
[Adjetivo]

having a flavor that is not sharp or overpowering

suave, ligero

suave, ligero

Ex: The tea was mild, with a subtle, soothing taste. 

El té era suave, con un sabor sutil y relajante.

robust
robust
[Adjetivo]

featuring a rich taste

robusto, intenso

robusto, intenso

Ex: The red wine boasted a robust profile, with a full-bodied and complex flavor. 

El vino tinto presumía de un perfil robusto, con un sabor completo y complejo.

savory
savory
[Adjetivo]

(of food) salty or spicy rather than sweet

salado, picante

salado, picante

Ex: A slice of savory quiche was the perfect lunchtime treat. 

Una porción de quiche salado fue el capricho perfecto para la hora del almuerzo.

seasoned
seasoned
[Adjetivo]

(of food) flavored with spices, herbs, or other ingredients to improve its taste and smell

condimentado, sazonado

condimentado, sazonado

Ex: The seasoned potatoes were roasted with rosemary and garlic until golden brown. 

Las papas aliñadas se asaron con romero y ajo hasta que estuvieron doradas.

sharp
sharp
[Adjetivo]

describing a flavor that is intense and tangy, often with a biting or pungent quality

ácido, picante

ácido, picante

Ex: The sharp zest of the citrus fruit brightened up the otherwise bland dish. 

El intenso sabor de los cítricos alegró el plato que de otro modo sería soso.

sour
sour
[Adjetivo]

having a sharp acidic taste like lemon

agrio, ácido

agrio, ácido

Ex: She loves the sour taste of grapefruit in the morning. 

A ella le encanta el sabor agrio del pomelo por la mañana.

spicy
spicy
[Adjetivo]

having a strong taste that gives your mouth a pleasant burning feeling

picante, sazonado

picante, sazonado

Ex: The spicy chicken wings made his mouth tingle with heat and flavor. 

Las alitas de pollo picantes hicieron que su boca hormigueara con calor y sabor.

sweet-and-sour
sweet-and-sour
[Adjetivo]

(of food) cooked in a way that tastes both sweet and sour

agridulce

agridulce

sweetish
sweetish
[Adjetivo]

characterized by a taste that is somewhat sweet but not overwhelmingly so

dulzón, azucarado

dulzón, azucarado

Ex: The sweetish hint in the tea made it a gentle and soothing beverage. 

El toque dulzón en el té lo convirtió en una bebida suave y reconfortante.

syrupy
syrupy
[Adjetivo]

having an overly sweet flavor

empalagoso, demasiado dulce

empalagoso, demasiado dulce

Ex: The barbecue sauce had a syrupy richness, contributing to the sticky and sweet glaze on the grilled chicken. 

La salsa barbacoa tenía una riqueza almibarada, contribuyendo al glaseado pegajoso y dulce en el pollo a la parrilla.

tart
tart
[Adjetivo]

having a sharp taste that stings the tongue

agrio, ácido, amargo

agrio, ácido, amargo

Ex: The yogurt was pleasantly tart and refreshing. 

El yogur era agradablemente ácido y refrescante.

unsalted
unsalted
[Adjetivo]

(of food) not containing added salt

sin sal

sin sal

Ex: The chef prepared unsalted butter cookies, allowing the sweetness to shine without added saltiness. 

El chef preparó galletas de mantequilla sin sal, permitiendo que el dulzor brille sin salinidad añadida.

watery
watery
[Adjetivo]

having too much water and little taste

aguado

aguado

Ex: She added too much liquid to the batter, resulting in a watery consistency for the pancake mix. 

Ella agregó demasiado líquido a la masa, lo que resultó en una consistencia acuosa para la mezcla de panqueques.

tang
tang
[Sustantivo]

a sharp and distinctive taste, typically associated with acidity or a lively and refreshing quality

acidez, sabor picante

acidez, sabor picante

Ex: The fermented kimchi added a spicy tang to the Korean dish, enhancing its complexity. 

El kimchi fermentado añadió un sabor picante al plato coreano, mejorando su complejidad.

savor
savor
[Sustantivo]

the distinctive and enjoyable taste or aroma of food or drink

sabor, aroma

sabor, aroma

Ex: The freshly baked bread filled the kitchen with a warm and inviting savor. 

El pan recién horneado llenó la cocina de un aroma cálido y acogedor.

bite
bite
[Sustantivo]

the intense taste experience of food, particularly characterized by a sharp or strong flavor

mordisco, picante

mordisco, picante

Ex: The hot sauce added a bold bite to the dish, leaving a spicy kick. 

La salsa picante agregó un mordisco audaz al plato, dejando una patada picante.

aftertaste
aftertaste
[Sustantivo]

the lingering flavor that remains in the mouth after eating or drinking something

retrogusto

retrogusto

Ex: The rich dark chocolate had a bittersweet aftertaste that pleased the palate. 

El rico chocolate negro tenía un retrogusto agridulce que agradaba al paladar.

savoriness
savoriness
[Sustantivo]

the state of having a delicious taste

buen sabor

buen sabor

oleogustus
oleogustus
[Sustantivo]

a unique taste sensation that is attributed to the perception of fats or lipids in food

oleogustus

oleogustus

supertaster
supertaster
[Sustantivo]

an individual who has a heightened sense of taste and is more sensitive to the flavors and sensations in food and beverages

súper catador, hipercatador

súper catador, hipercatador

acquired taste
acquired taste
[Sustantivo]

something that one dislikes first but starts to like it with the passage of time

gusto adquirido

gusto adquirido

briny
briny
[Adjetivo]

having the taste of salt

salado, marino

salado, marino

Ex: Wading in the shallows, the children felt the briny water on their skin as waves washed over the sand. 

Vadeando en las aguas poco profundas, los niños sintieron el agua salada en su piel mientras las olas barrían la arena.

earthy
earthy
[Adjetivo]

having characteristics of soil or the earth, often associated with flavors such as mushrooms, root vegetables, or certain types of wine

terroso, terrenal

terroso, terrenal

fruity
fruity
[Adjetivo]

having a sweet, fresh, or juicy taste or smell associated with various types of fruits

afrutado, con sabor a fruta

afrutado, con sabor a fruta

Ex: The scented candle filled the room with a fruity fragrance, reminiscent of ripe peaches and apricots. 

La vela perfumada llenó la habitación con una fragancia frutal, que recordaba a melocotones y albaricoques maduros.

full-bodied
full-bodied
[Adjetivo]

(of drinks) having a rich and intense flavor

con cuerpo

con cuerpo

nutty
nutty
[Adjetivo]

having a taste or aroma reminiscent of nuts, often rich, earthy, and slightly sweet

avellanado, con sabor a nuez

avellanado, con sabor a nuez

Ex: The brown rice had a nutty aroma and taste, providing a wholesome side dish. 

El arroz integral tenía un aroma y sabor a nuez, proporcionando una guarnición saludable.

rich
rich
[Adjetivo]

containing a high amount of fat, sugar, or other indulgent ingredients

rico

rico

Ex: The dessert was rich and decadent, featuring a buttery crust and a filling of sweet caramel. 

El postre era rico y decadente, con una corteza mantecosa y un relleno de caramelo dulce.

smoky
smoky
[Adjetivo]

having a taste like smoke

ahumado (sabor)

ahumado (sabor)

Ex: The whiskey had a distinct smoky note, making it perfect for a winter evening. 

El whisky tenía una nota ahumada distintiva, lo que lo hacía perfecto para una noche de invierno.

tangy
tangy
[Adjetivo]

having a sharp, refreshing taste with a slight sourness or acidity

ácido, picante

ácido, picante

Ex: The barbecue sauce was perfectly balanced, featuring a tangy blend of tomatoes, vinegar, and spices. 

La salsa barbacoa estaba perfectamente equilibrada, con una mezcla ácida de tomates, vinagre y especias.

yeasty
yeasty
[Adjetivo]

having a taste or aroma resembling yeast, often found in bread, beer, or other fermented foods

levaduroso, fermentado

levaduroso, fermentado

Ex: The sourdough pancakes had a tangy and yeasty flavor, offering a unique twist on a classic breakfast dish. 

Los panqueques de masa madre tenían un sabor ácido y levaduroso, ofreciendo un giro único a un plato clásico del desayuno.

zesty
zesty
[Adjetivo]

(of food) having a sharp, strong, and refreshing taste

picante, sabroso

picante, sabroso

Ex: The zesty lemonade was refreshing on a hot summer day, with its tart and citrusy taste. 

La limonada picante fue refrescante en un caluroso día de verano, con su sabor ácido y cítrico.

woody
woody
[Adjetivo]

describing a flavor or aroma that is reminiscent of wood, often earthy, rich, and sometimes slightly sweet or spicy

leñoso, maderoso

leñoso, maderoso

Ex: The forest air carried a woody fragrance, filled with the natural aroma of pine and oak. 

El aire del bosque llevaba una fragancia leñosa, llena del aroma natural del pino y el roble.

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