What does UMAMI mean?

Umami

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A savory taste sensation that is one of the five basic tastes, along with sweet, sour, bitter, and salty.

Pronunciation (US): /uːˈmɑːmi/

Pronunciation (UK): /uːˈmɑːmi/

Origin and Usage: The term "umami" was first used in 1908 by Japanese chemist Kikunae Ikeda to describe the taste of glutamic acid, which is found in foods such as meat, fish, and cheese. The word "umami" comes from the Japanese word for "delicious" or "yummy." Umami is now recognized as one of the five basic tastes and is used to describe the taste of foods that are savory, meaty, or brothy.

Synonyms: Savory, meaty, brothy

Related Words: Glaze, gravy, broth, sauce, spice

Example Sentences:

1. She added some soy sauce to the soup to give it a rich umami flavor.
2. The burger had a delicious umami taste thanks to the juicy beef patty.
3. The chef used mushrooms to add umami to the vegetarian dish.