Chinese

kǒuwèi
Meaning: flavor; taste preference
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

口
味

Example sentences

The flavor of this dish is very strong; it might not suit your taste.
廚師正忙著調配菜餚的口味。
厨师正忙著调配菜肴的口味。
The chef is busy mixing and adjusting the flavor of the dishes.
餐廳不斷變化菜色,以迎合顧客的口味。
餐厅不断变化菜色,以迎合顾客的口味。
The restaurant constantly changes its dishes to cater to the customers' tastes.
這家百年老店的口味始終如一。
这家百年老店的口味始终如一。
This century-old shop's taste has always been the same.

Usage Notes

Refers to both the actual flavor of food and an individual's preference for certain tastes.

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