Gusto (en. Taste)

/ˈɡus.to/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Pleasure felt when doing or tasting something.
The taste for classical music is highly appreciated.
El gusto por la música clásica es muy apreciado.
Preference or inclination towards something.
I have a particular liking for Italian cuisine.
Tengo un gusto particular por la cocina italiana.
Sense of taste, one of the five senses.
Taste is activated when trying different foods.
El gusto se activa al probar diferentes alimentos.

Etymology

From Latin 'gustus', which means 'taste' or 'pleasure'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

at ease
In a comfortable or pleasant way.
a gusto
with pleasure
With pleasure or willingness to do something.
con gusto
to taste good
To have a pleasant or enjoyable taste.
saber a gusto

Related Words

tasty
Having a delicious flavor.
gustoso
to like
To feel pleasure for something.
gustar

Slang Meanings

Pleasure in something that is very enjoyable.
This party is great.
Esta fiesta está de gusto.
Used to refer to something that provides pleasure.
That dish is very good.
Ese plato está muy de gusto.