sapores
The English phrase 'tastes' is translated into Latin as sapores.
This phrase refers to the flavors of food or drink.
Did you know?
- The Latin root sap- used in sapores is the same root found in sapientia, meaning 'wisdom'. To the Romans, the ability to distinguish tastes was closely linked to the ability to judge truth.
- In many classical texts, the word for 'tastes' was used metaphorically to describe the 'flavor' or 'character' of a person's speech or a piece of literature.
- The Latin word sapor is the direct ancestor of the English word 'savory', which describes a salty or spicy taste.
Examples in context
- Lac amārum estMilk is bitter.
- Sal salsus estSalt is salty.
- Purus succus deliciosus estPure juice is delicious.
- Sapores cibi recentis sunt dulces.The tastes of the fresh food are sweet.
- Non omnes sapores gusti sunt placenti.Not all tastes of the palate are pleasant.
Example conversation
Quintus and Lucia are eating dinner together.
- QuintusQuid putas de saporibus cenae?What do you think of the tastes of the dinner?
- LuciaSapores sunt optimi, Quinte.The tastes are excellent, Quintus.
- QuintusHic piscis habet sapores novos.This fish has new tastes.
- LuciaIta, Lucia eos amat.Yes, Lucia loves them.
