Sabrosa (en. Tasty)

/saˈβɾosa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
It refers to food that has a good flavor.
The food in this restaurant is really tasty.
La comida de este restaurante es realmente sabrosa.
It is also used to describe something pleasant and delightful.
That story is so engaging that I read it in one go.
Ese cuento es tan sabroso que lo leí de un tirón.
The word can refer to something that is attractive or interesting.
The plot of the movie is engaging and full of unexpected twists.
La trama de la película es sabrosa y llena de giros inesperados.

Etymology

It comes from the Latin 'saporosus', which means 'tasty'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

tasty flavor
a very pleasant and enjoyable flavor.
sabor sabroso
to have a tasty flavor
refers to food that is delicious.
tener un sabor sabroso
tasty dish
a dish that stands out for its good flavor.
plato sabroso
tasty food
reference to foods that are particularly delightful.
comida sabrosa

Related Words

flavor
The property of food that is perceived through the sense of taste.
sabor
delight
A special pleasure or a very pleasant taste.
delicia
flavorful
That has taste or flavor.
gustoso

Slang Meanings

Something that is very fun or entertaining.
That party was fun, everyone had a great time.
Esa fiesta fue sabrosa, todos se divirtieron mucho.
Refers to an attractive person.
That girl is very attractive, she has a special charm.
Esa chica es muy sabrosa, tiene un encanto especial.