der Geschmack
Translation
taste, flavour, preference, style
Examples
Der Kuchen hat einen guten Geschmack.
The cake has a good taste.
Sie hat einen teuren Geschmack.
She has expensive taste.
Das ist nicht mein Geschmack.
That is not to my taste.
Grammar Patterns
to have a taste for ((sth.)) Er hat einen Geschmack für guten Wein.
to be to ((sb.'s)) taste Das ist ganz nach meinem Geschmack.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Aroma, Würze (for flavour); Stil, Vorliebe (for preference). Antonyms: Geschmacklosigkeit (tastelessness).
Etymology
From the verb 'schmecken' (to taste). The prefix 'Ge-' often forms nouns from verbs, indicating the result of an action.
Memory Tips
Connect it to the verb 'schmecken' (to taste). 'Geschmack' is the noun for what you perceive. It applies to both food flavour and personal style.