Savor: meaning, definitions and examples

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savor

 

[ ˈseɪ.vər ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

enjoying food

To savor means to enjoy the taste or smell of something slowly, especially food or drink. It involves taking the time to appreciate the flavors and textures in a deliberate and mindful way.

Synonyms

delight, enjoy, relish

Examples of usage

  • I like to savor a good cup of coffee in the morning.
  • She closed her eyes to savor the delicious meal.
  • Let's savor this moment of peace and tranquility.
  • Taking the time to savor each bite of the chocolate cake.
  • He sipped the wine slowly, savoring every drop.
Context #2 | Noun

enjoyment

As a noun, savor refers to the enjoyment or appreciation of something, especially food or drink. It is the pleasure derived from experiencing the flavors, aromas, and textures of a particular dish.

Synonyms

appreciation, enjoyment, pleasure

Examples of usage

  • She ate the dish with great savor.
  • His savor for fine wine is well-known.
  • The savor of the spices lingered in the air.
  • Her eyes closed in savor of the delicious dessert.
  • The savor of success was sweet.

Translations

Translations of the word "savor" in other languages:

🇵🇹 saborear

🇮🇳 स्वाद लेना

🇩🇪 genießen

🇮🇩 menikmati

🇺🇦 смакувати

🇵🇱 delektować się

🇯🇵 味わう

🇫🇷 savourer

🇪🇸 saborear

🇹🇷 tadını çıkarmak

🇰🇷 맛보다

🇸🇦 يتذوق

🇨🇿 vychutnat si

🇸🇰 vychutnať si

🇨🇳 品尝

🇸🇮 okusiti

🇮🇸 njóta

🇰🇿 дәмін тату

🇬🇪 გემოვნების შეგრძნება

🇦🇿 dadına baxmaq

🇲🇽 saborear

Etymology

The word 'savor' originated from the Old French word 'savoure', which means 'to taste'. It has evolved over time to encompass not only the act of tasting but also the enjoyment and appreciation of food and drink. The concept of savoring has roots in various cultures and traditions, emphasizing the importance of savoring the moment and being present in the experience of eating. Savoring food is considered a way to enhance the enjoyment of life and cultivate mindfulness.

See also: savoriness, savory.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,498, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.