Goût (en. Taste)

/ɡu/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Pleasant sensation perceived by the tongue.
The sweet taste of strawberries is unforgettable.
Le goût sucré des fraises est inoubliable.
Personal preference or inclination.
He has a strong taste for contemporary art.
Il a un goût prononcé pour l'art contemporain.
Character of a food or drink.
This cheese has a very strong taste.
Ce fromage a un goût très fort.

Etymology

From the Latin 'gustus', which means 'taste' or 'flavor'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

To have taste
To have appreciated aesthetic preferences.
avoir du goût
Fine gourmet
A person with a developed taste for gastronomy.
fin gourmet
Taste for adventure
Preference for new and exciting experiences.
goût de l'aventure

Related Words

Tasty
Having taste, savory.
gouteux
To taste
To attempt to taste a food.
déguster
Flavorful
Having a pleasant flavor.
savoureux

Slang Meanings

To have flair for something.
This guy really has taste in choosing his clothes.
Ce gars a vraiment du goût pour choisir ses vêtements.
To be capricious in one's tastes.
She is very picky; she has expensive tastes.
Elle est très difficile, elle a des goûts de luxe.