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Eating, Drinking, and Serving Food - Tastes and Flavors

Here you will learn some English words related to tastes and flavors such as "sourness", "umami", and "nutty".

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sweetness

the sensory experience of a pleasing or sugary flavor

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sourness

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

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saltiness

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

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bitterness

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

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umami

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

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pungency

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

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spiciness

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

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hotness

the level of spiciness or heat in food

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coolness

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

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astringency

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

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metallicness

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

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acidic

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

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astringent

having a sharp, bitter, or sour taste

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bitter

having a strong taste that is unpleasant and not sweet

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bittersweet

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

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brackish

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

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hot

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

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mild

having a flavor that is not sharp or overpowering

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robust

featuring a rich taste

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savory

(of food) salty or spicy rather than sweet

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seasoned

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

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sharp

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

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sour

having a sharp acidic taste like lemon

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spicy

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

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sweet-and-sour

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

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sweetish

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

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syrupy

having an overly sweet flavor

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tart

having a sharp taste that stings the tongue

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unsalted

(of food) not containing added salt

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watery

having too much water and little taste

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tang

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

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savor

the distinctive and enjoyable taste or aroma of food or drink

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bite

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

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aftertaste

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

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savoriness

the state of having a delicious taste

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oleogustus

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

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supertaster

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

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acquired taste

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

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briny

having the taste of salt

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earthy

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

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fruity

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

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full-bodied

(of drinks) having a rich and intense flavor

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nutty

having a rich, earthy, and slightly sweet taste similar to almonds, walnuts, or hazelnuts

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rich

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

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smoky

having a taste like smoke

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tangy

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

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yeasty

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

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zesty

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

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woody

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

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