der Beigeschmack
Translation
aftertaste, unpleasant connotation, tang
Examples
Der Wein hat einen seltsamen Beigeschmack.
The wine has a strange aftertaste.
Die Sache hat einen bitteren Beigeschmack.
The affair has a bitter connotation.
Grammar Patterns
to have a ((adjective)) aftertaste/connotation The decision had a bitter connotation.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Nachgeschmack, Konnotation; Antonyms: Hauptgeschmack (main taste)
Etymology
From 'bei-' (by, side) + 'Geschmack' (taste). Literally a 'side taste'.
Memory Tips
Think of a taste that comes 'by the side' of the main flavour, often something unexpected or unpleasant.