味
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Base noun form. Refers to the sensory quality of food or drink. Can be used in phrases like 『味がする』 (aji ga suru, 'to have a taste').
Theme
At a cozy café, User and their friend Ken are trying a new dessert and discussing its taste.
味
あじ
flavor / taste
Everyday Life & SurvivalFood & Dining
Memory Hook
Imagine tasting a delicious meal and saying, 'Mmm, what a flavor!' The word 『味』 (aji, 'flavor') sounds like 'ah-gee' — think 'Ah, gee, that tastes good!'
Cultural Note
In Japan, discussing 『味』 (aji, 'flavor') is common in food culture, such as at 『居酒屋』 (izakaya, 'Japanese pub') or when trying traditional dishes like 『寿司』 (sushi, 'sushi'). People often use phrases like 『味がいい』 (aji ga ii, 'tastes good') to compliment food.
Forms
Base: 味Base noun form. Refers to the sensory quality of food or drink. Can be used in phrases like 『味がする』 (aji ga suru, 'to have a taste').