Taste in Tagalog

“Taste” in Tagalog is “Lasa” – an essential word in Filipino culture, especially when discussing food, flavors, and preferences. This versatile term is used extensively in daily conversations, from dining experiences to expressing personal preferences and style.

[Words] = Taste

[Definition]

• Taste /teɪst/
• Noun 1: The sensation of flavor perceived in the mouth when eating or drinking.
• Noun 2: A person’s preference or liking for something; sense of style or discernment.
• Verb: To perceive or experience the flavor of something; to sample food or drink.

[Synonyms] = Lasa, Tikim, Panlasa, Lasap, Linamnam, Linamnam ng lasa

[Example]

• Ex1_EN: This soup has a wonderful taste with a perfect blend of spices.
• Ex1_PH: Ang sopas na ito ay may kahanga-hangang lasa na may perpektong halo ng mga pampalasa.
• Ex2_EN: Would you like to taste my homemade adobo before dinner?
• Ex2_PH: Gusto mo bang tikman ang aking sariling lutong adobo bago ang hapunan?
• Ex3_EN: She has excellent taste in music and always recommends great songs.
• Ex3_PH: Siya ay may kahusayan na panlasa sa musika at laging nagrerekomenda ng magagandang kanta.
• Ex4_EN: The coffee has a bitter taste because it was brewed too long.
• Ex4_PH: Ang kape ay may mapait na lasa dahil masyadong matagal itong tinimpla.
• Ex5_EN: I can’t taste anything because I have a cold.
• Ex5_PH: Hindi ako makakapag-lasa ng anuman dahil ako ay may sipon.