synonym Comparative
味
VS
かくし味
Differences Between "味" and "かくし味"
Option A
味
Meaning
taste, flavor
Reading
あじ (aji)
Syllabus Level
N4
Practical Example
この料理は良い味がします。
This dish tastes good.
Option B
かくし味
Meaning
secret ingredient; hidden flavor; subtle seasoning
Reading
かくしあじ (kakushiaji)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
この料理のかくし味は醤油です。
The secret ingredient in this dish is soy sauce.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(taste, flavor)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 味: Refers to the sensory quality of food or drink. Can also refer to an 'experience' or 'feeling' in a figurative sense.
- かくし味: A specific ingredient added in small amounts to enhance the flavor of a dish without being dominant or obvious. Can also be used metaphorically for a subtle but important element.
- 味: Refers to the sensory quality of food or drink. Can also refer to an 'experience' or 'feeling' in a figurative sense.
- かくし味: A specific ingredient added in small amounts to enhance the flavor of a dish without being dominant or obvious. Can also be used metaphorically for a subtle but important element.
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