Drinkability: meaning, definitions and examples

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drinkability

 

[ ˌdrɪŋkəˈbɪləti ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

beverage quality

Drinkability refers to the quality or suitability of a beverage, particularly alcoholic drinks, for consumption. It indicates how pleasant and agreeable a beverage is to drink, often encompassing factors such as taste, aroma, and overall experience. A beverage with high drinkability is typically enjoyable and easy to consume, while one with low drinkability may be unappealing or difficult to enjoy.

Synonyms

drinkableness, palatability, savoriness, taste

Examples of usage

  • The drinkability of this wine is exceptional.
  • Its high drinkability makes it a favorite at parties.
  • They tested the drinkability of the new craft beer.
  • The drinkability of the soda surprised everyone.

Translations

Translations of the word "drinkability" in other languages:

🇵🇹 bebibilidade

🇮🇳 पीने की क्षमता

🇩🇪 Trinkbarkeit

🇮🇩 kualitas minum

🇺🇦 питна здатність

🇵🇱 pitność

🇯🇵 飲用可能性

🇫🇷 potabilité

🇪🇸 potabilidad

🇹🇷 içilebilirlik

🇰🇷 음용 가능성

🇸🇦 صلاحيّة الشرب

🇨🇿 pitná schopnost

🇸🇰 pitnosť

🇨🇳 饮用性

🇸🇮 pitnost

🇮🇸 drykkjuhæfi

🇰🇿 ішімділік

🇬🇪 საჭმელის სარგებლობა

🇦🇿 içilmə qabiliyyəti

🇲🇽 potabilidad

Etymology

The term 'drinkability' is derived from the verb 'drink,' which has its roots in Old English 'drincan,' meaning to take a liquid into the mouth and swallow it. The suffix '-ability' is used to form nouns indicating the quality of being able to do something. The combination of these two elements gave rise to 'drinkability,' a term that emerged in the late 20th century as the beverage industry began to focus more on consumer preferences and experiences. As the market expanded to include a variety of drinks, from craft beers to artisanal sodas, the concept of drinkability gained traction, allowing producers and consumers alike to discuss the overall enjoyment of beverages. Today, it plays a crucial role in how drinks are marketed and assessed by both critics and enthusiasts.