umami
nounHow many syllables in umami?
There are 3 syllables in the word umami.How to pronounce umami:
Definition of umami:
- umami (noun):
- compare bitter entry 2 sense 1b, salty entry 2 sense 1b, sour entry 2 sense 1b, sweet entry 3 sense 2
- the taste sensation that is produced by several amino acids and nucleotides (such as glutamate and aspartate) and has a rich or meaty flavor characteristic of cheese, cooked meat, mushrooms, soy, and ripe tomatoes savory entry 2 sense 2
Antonyms for umami:
bitter
sour
sweet
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