wui4 gam1回甘
Jyutpingwui4 gam1
Yalewùih gām
Definition
To have or leave a sweet aftertaste in the mouth, especially of food or drink.
colloquialfooddrink
How it's used
Focuses specifically on the lingering sensation of sweetness that emerges after the initial bitterness or intensity of a drink fades. It is almost exclusively reserved for high quality tea or coffee, implying a sophisticated palate. The term highlights a positive, delayed reaction rather than an immediate flavor profile.
Examples
This tea has a great sweet aftertaste, it feels very soothing on the throat.
Related words
Common phrases
the lingering sweet aftertaste of tea
sweet aftertaste upon drinking
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe sugary or candy-like sweetness, as it specifically refers to a subtle, natural sweetness that develops after swallowing.
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