pungent in German
pungent in German is stechend, beißend, penetrant — pungent means having a sharp, strong smell or taste that stings the nose or tongue.
pungent in German
stechend
Having a strong taste that stings the tongue; said especially of hot (spicy) food, which has a strong and sharp or bitter taste.
beißend
Having a strong taste that stings the tongue; said especially of hot (spicy) food, which has a strong and sharp or bitter taste.
penetrant
Having a strong taste that stings the tongue; said especially of hot (spicy) food, which has a strong and sharp or bitter taste.
What does "pungent" mean?
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adj Having a sharp, strong smell or taste that stings the nose or tongue.
"The pungent smell of garlic filled the kitchen."
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pungent in a sentence
- The pungent smell of garlic filled the kitchen.
- The sauce had a pungent, spicy kick.
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What is "pungent" in German?
"pungent" in German is stechend, beißend, penetrant. pungent means: Having a sharp, strong smell or taste that stings the nose or tongue.
How do you use "pungent" in a sentence?
Example: "The pungent smell of garlic filled the kitchen." In German, "pungent" is stechend, beißend, penetrant.
Are there other ways to say "pungent" in German?
Yes — German has 3 translations listed for "pungent": stechend, beißend, penetrant.
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