To taste
adverb
In a way that suits what someone prefers or finds appetizing.
The soup is seasoned to taste.
Often appears as...
- season to taste
- add to taste
verb
To experience the flavor of something by having it in your mouth.
Would you like to taste the wine before we pour?
Often appears as...
- taste the wine
- taste the food
verb
To have a small amount of an experience or feeling.
She got to taste success for the first time.
Often appears as...
- taste success
- taste victory
Usage tips
Approving
adverb
In a way that suits what someone prefers or finds appetizing.
The soup is seasoned to taste.
Often appears as...
- season to taste
- add to taste
verb
To experience the flavor of something by having it in your mouth.
Would you like to taste the wine before we pour?
Often appears as...
- taste the wine
- taste the food
verb
To have a small amount of an experience or feeling.
She got to taste success for the first time.
Often appears as...
- taste success
- taste victory
Usage tips
Approving
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Subjective Seasoning
It means you can add as much or as little of a seasoning based on personal preference.
Add herbs to the sauce to taste; some like it herby, others don't.
Pro Tip 2/3Cooking Flexibility
Used often in recipes to indicate the seasoning can be adjusted while cooking.
Chili can be spicy or mild, so add the pepper to taste.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Exact
It suggests that the exact amount is up to the individual, not to follow a strict measurement.
Garlic can be strong, add it to taste so the dip isn't overwhelming.
Pro Tip 1/3Subjective Seasoning
It means you can add as much or as little of a seasoning based on personal preference.
Add herbs to the sauce to taste; some like it herby, others don't.
Pro Tip 2/3Cooking Flexibility
Used often in recipes to indicate the seasoning can be adjusted while cooking.
Chili can be spicy or mild, so add the pepper to taste.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Exact
It suggests that the exact amount is up to the individual, not to follow a strict measurement.
Garlic can be strong, add it to taste so the dip isn't overwhelming.
Pro Tip 1/3Subjective Seasoning
It means you can add as much or as little of a seasoning based on personal preference.
Add herbs to the sauce to taste; some like it herby, others don't.
Pro Tip 2/3Cooking Flexibility
Used often in recipes to indicate the seasoning can be adjusted while cooking.
Chili can be spicy or mild, so add the pepper to taste.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Exact
It suggests that the exact amount is up to the individual, not to follow a strict measurement.
Garlic can be strong, add it to taste so the dip isn't overwhelming.
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