Sabores (en. Flavors)
/sa'βoɾes/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Sensory perception experienced when consuming food or beverages.
Sweet flavors are very pleasant for most people.
Los sabores dulces son muy agradables para la mayoría de las personas.
Variety of tastes that foods can have.
International cuisine offers very varied flavors.
La cocina internacional ofrece sabores muy variados.
Characteristic that distinguishes a particular food or beverage.
The flavors of spices can transform a simple dish.
Los sabores de las especias pueden transformar un plato sencillo.
Etymology
It derives from the Latin 'sapor', which means taste.
Common Phrases and Expressions
flavors of the world
Reference to the culinary diversity of different cultures.
sabores del mundo
bittersweet flavors
Combination of sweet and savory flavors, usually in the same dish.
sabores agridulces
among flavors
Expression that implies the variety of taste options available.
entre sabores
Related Words
taste
Taste that is perceived when eating or drinking.
sabor
gustatory
Related to the sense of taste.
gustativo
condiment
Substance added to food to enhance its flavor.
condimento
Slang Meanings
Exotic flavors
In this restaurant, you can try exotic flavors from Asia.
En este restaurante puedes probar sabores exóticos de Asia.
Home-cooked flavors
I love mom's cooking; it has those home-cooked flavors that are unforgettable.
Me encanta la comida de mamá, tiene esos sabores caseros que no se olvidan.