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swahili [noun]

Ladha ya umami

Maana (Definition)

The savory fifth basic taste imparted by glutamates in broths and aged cheeses.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

umami taste / savory flavor profile

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

umami

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Scientific Culinary
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Mchuzi wa uyoga una ladha ya umami inayovutia."

Translation: Mushroom broth features a delightful umami taste.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
ladha ya mnofu
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