Sazón (en. Seasoning)

/saˈson/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
The quality of a food that has been well-seasoned.
The stew has excellent flavor.
El guiso tiene un excelente sazón.
Moments or situations that are conducive to certain events.
That time of year is a great season for harvests.
Esa época del año es de gran sazón para las cosechas.
The quality of being appropriate or suitable.
She has a special touch in dealing with customers.
Ella tiene un sazón especial para tratar a los clientes.

Etymology

From Latin 'sasonem', which means 'sazón', 'composition or mixture'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to add flavor
To adjust or improve something to make it more interesting or appealing.
dar sazón
lacks flavor
Something that lacks flavor or interest.
no tiene sazón

Related Words

dressing
Substance added to food to enhance its flavor.
aderezo
spice
Seasoning substance that, in small quantities, is used to flavor food.
especia
natural seasoning
Seasoning that comes from the intrinsic quality of the food.
sazón natural

Slang Meanings

Style or special characteristic of someone.
That girl has a uniqueness that makes her stand out among her friends.
Esa chica tiene un sazón que la hace única entre sus amigas.
Charming or attractive personality.
Her charm attracted many people to the party.
Su sazón atrajo a muchas personas a la fiesta.