Sabor (en. Flavor)

/saˈβor/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A sensation that results from the action of flavors on the tongue.
The taste of this dish is exceptional.
El sabor de este plato es excepcional.
Essence or quality that a food or drink possesses.
I love the taste of chocolate.
Me encanta el sabor a chocolate.
Style or distinctive character of something.
That artist has a unique flavor in his music.
Ese artista tiene un sabor único en su música.

Etymology

From Latin 'saporem', which is related to 'saber' or 'to know'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

To have a good taste
To be delicious or pleasant to the palate.
Tener buen sabor
Taste of nostalgia
A sensation that evokes memories when tasting something.
Sabor a nostalgia
To change flavor
To modify or vary the way something is perceived.
Cambiar de sabor

Related Words

flavorful
Having a pleasant flavor.
sabroso
seasoning
The quality of a food that makes it tastier.
sazón
tasty
Having good taste; flavorful.
gustoso

Slang Meanings

Street flavor
That place has a street flavor that I love.
Ese lugar tiene un sabor a calle que me encanta.
Latin flavor
His music has a Latin flavor that moves me.
Su música tiene un sabor latino que me mueve.