Meaning & Definition of Aftertaste in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: A taste that lingers in the mouth after eating or drinking.

  Example Sentence: The wine has a fruity aftertaste that enhances its flavor.

• Definition: A lingering perception or feeling following an experience.

  Example Sentence: The film left an unsettling aftertaste, prompting discussions about its themes long after it ended.

Etymology

Origin: The word 'aftertaste' combines 'after' and 'taste', referring to the taste experienced after the initial taste.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• bitter aftertaste: A negative lingering taste, often associated with unpleasant experiences.
• sweet aftertaste: A positive lingering taste that can lead to pleasant feelings.

Translations

• Spanish: sabor residual

• French: gout résiduel

• German: Nachgeschmack

• Russian: вкус после употребления

Related Words

• taste: The sensation produced when a substance reacts chemically with taste receptor cells located on taste buds in the mouth.

• flavor: The overall perception of taste, including its basic tastes and aroma.

Slang Meanings of aftertaste

• Meaning: Sour aftertaste

  Example Sentence: That soda leaves a sour aftertaste that I can't stand.

• Meaning: Bitter note

  Example Sentence: This coffee has a bitter note at the end that lingers too long.