mei6 dou6味道
Jyutpingmei6 dou6
Yalemeih douh
Definition
Taste, flavour, or scent.
- taste; flavour; the sensation of food on the taste buds
- scent; smell; odor
- figurativeinterest; appeal; charm
neutralfood
How it's used
While 味道 is the standard term for flavor, native speakers often use the adjective 好味 to describe something that tastes good. Using 味道 is more common when discussing the specific characteristics or nuances of a flavor profile rather than just stating that food is delicious. It can also be used metaphorically to describe the atmosphere or vibe of a place or situation.
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zung3種jungExamples
The taste of this soup is very unique.
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Common mistake
Learners often use 味道 when they simply mean delicious. If you want to say something is tasty, it is more natural to say 好味 or 好食 instead of saying 味道好.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
