makuaisti — meaning in English

English meaning

• palate noun The roof of the mouth, separating the mouth from the nasal cavity.
• taste noun The sensation produced when food or drink is detected by the tongue, or the ability to perceive it.

Senses

makuaisti is used for these senses in English:

• palate (figuratively) A person's ability to distinguish between and appreciate different flavors. [from 14th c.]
• taste One of the sensations produced by the tongue in response to certain chemicals; the quality of giving this sensation.

palate — full definition

1. noun The roof of the mouth, separating the mouth from the nasal cavity.
2. noun A person's sense of taste, especially their ability to distinguish subtle flavours.
3. noun A liking or taste for something, often figurative.

taste — full definition

1. noun The sensation produced when food or drink is detected by the tongue, or the ability to perceive it.
2. noun A small sample of something, especially food or drink.
3. noun A person's preferences, especially regarding style, art, or fashion.
4. verb To sample the flavour of something, or to notice a flavour.
5. verb To experience something, especially briefly.

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