Gustoso (en. Tasty)
/ɡusˈtoso/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
Refers to a food or drink that is pleasurable to the palate.
The dessert she made was so tasty that everyone asked for more.
El postre que preparó era tan gustoso que todos pidieron más.
Can be used to describe something that is enjoyable or pleasant in general.
Spending time with friends is always a pleasant experience.
Pasar tiempo con amigos es siempre una experiencia gustosa.
Indicates the presence of a special or distinctive taste in something.
The sauce had a tasty flavor that perfectly complemented the meat.
La salsa tenía un gusto gustoso que complementaba perfectamente la carne.
Etymology
From Latin 'gustōsus', which means 'tasty, pleasant to the taste'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to eat something tasty
Enjoying a food that tastes good.
comer algo gustoso
to be a pleasant experience
Having a moment or activity that is enjoyable.
ser una experiencia gustosa
to have a tasty flavor
Having a flavor that is pleasant and enjoyable.
tener un gusto gustoso
Related Words
to like
To feel pleasure or enjoyment from something.
gustar
taste
Sensation we perceive when we eat or drink something.
gusto
gustatory
Related to the sense of taste.
gustativo
Slang Meanings
Something very pleasant or satisfying.
That party was very pleasant; the music and food were perfect.
Esa fiesta estuvo muy gustosa, la música y la comida estaban perfectas.
It can refer to someone very attractive.
That guy is very attractive; he has a lot of style.
Ese chico es muy gustoso, tiene mucho estilo.