Geschmack

Definitions of Geschmack
  1. noun
    the sensation that results when taste buds in the tongue and throat convey information about the chemical composition of a soluble stimulus
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    Aroma, Würze
    the taste experience when a savoury condiment is taken into the mouth
    Süße
    the taste experience when sugar dissolves in the mouth
    Säure
    the taste experience when vinegar or lemon juice is taken into the mouth
    Bitterkeit
    the taste experience when quinine or coffee is taken into the mouth
    Schärfe
    a sharp astringent taste; the taste experience when a substance causes the mouth to pucker
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    Empfindung
    an unelaborated elementary awareness of stimulation
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