Savoring: meaning, definitions and examples
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savoring
[ ˈseɪ.vər.ɪŋ ]
enjoyment, taste
Savoring refers to the act of enjoying or appreciating something intensely, often in a slow and deliberate manner. It is commonly associated with the enjoyment of food and drink, where one takes time to experience the flavors and aromas fully. This process can also apply to other experiences in life such as moments, feelings, or memories, allowing one to extract maximum pleasure from them.
Synonyms
appreciate, enjoy, luxuriate, relish
Examples of usage
- She was savoring every bite of her chocolate cake.
- He took a moment, savoring the beautiful view of the sunset.
- They leisurely savored their coffee while talking.
- Savoring the moment, they watched the fireworks display.
Translations
Translations of the word "savoring" in other languages:
🇵🇹 saboreando
🇮🇳 स्वाद लेना
🇩🇪 genießen
🇮🇩 menikmati
🇺🇦 насолоджуючись
🇵🇱 rozkoszując
🇯🇵 味わう
🇫🇷 savoureux
🇪🇸 saboreando
🇹🇷 tadını çıkarma
🇰🇷 맛보기
🇸🇦 تذوق
🇨🇿 ochutnávající
🇸🇰 ochutnávajúci
🇨🇳 品味
🇸🇮 okusiti
🇮🇸 svala
🇰🇿 дәмін тату
🇬🇪 გემოს გამოიგონება
🇦🇿 dadmaq
🇲🇽 saboreando
Etymology
The word 'savoring' comes from the Middle English 'savoren', which was derived from the Old French 'savorer', meaning 'to taste' or 'to smell'. This is further traced back to the Latin verb 'sapere', which means 'to have taste' and 'to be wise'. The transition of the word through these languages highlights the importance of the sensory experience associated with tasting and enjoying food. Over time, 'savoring' has broadened to encompass not just the act of tasting but also the appreciation of pleasant experiences in various aspects of life, reflecting a deeper connection to mindfulness and pleasure in both culinary and social contexts.