Definition of delicious

deliciousadjective

thơm ngon

/dɪˈlɪʃəs//dɪˈlɪʃəs/

The word "delicious" originated from the French word "délice," which literally translates to "pleasure" or "enjoyment." This term was first used in early 14th century French texts to describe something that provided great enjoyment to the senses, such as food, drink, or scent. The English language adopted the term in the 16th century, and it was originally spelled as "delectable" or "delectabile." This spelling variation came from the Latin root "delectare," which means "to delight." However, over time, the spelling evolved to its current form, "delicious," due to common usage and changing linguistic conventions. The meaning of the word has also evolved to specifically refer to the pleasure derived from consuming food or drinks. In modern times, it has become a widely used and universally understood adjective to describe not only flavors but also experiences that provide gratification or enjoyment to the senses.

Summary
type tính từ
meaningthơm tho, ngon ngọt, ngọt ngào
exampledelicious smell: mùi thơm ngon, mùi thơm phưng phức
meaningvui thích, khoái
namespace

having a very pleasant taste or smell

có một hương vị hoặc mùi rất dễ chịu

Example:
  • Who cooked this? It's absolutely delicious.

    Ai đã nấu món này? Nó hoàn toàn ngon.

  • to taste/smell/look delicious

    nếm/ngửi/trông ngon lành

  • a delicious meal/recipe/treat

    một bữa ăn/công thức/món ăn ngon

  • This dish is delicious with cream.

    Món ăn này ngon với kem.

  • The food was delicious.

    Thức ăn rất ngon.

Extra examples:
  • The meal was really delicious.

    Bữa ăn thực sự rất ngon.

  • The recipe sounds delicious.

    Công thức nghe có vẻ ngon.

  • Their hens provide them with delicious and nutritious eggs.

    Những con gà mái cung cấp cho họ những quả trứng ngon và bổ dưỡng.

  • Lentils cooked with garlic make a delicious accompaniment to sausages or red meat.

    Đậu lăng nấu với tỏi là món ăn kèm thơm ngon với xúc xích hoặc thịt đỏ.

  • What's that? It smells delicious.

    Cái gì thế kia? Mùi thơm quá.

extremely pleasant

cực kỳ dễ chịu

Example:
  • the delicious coolness of the breeze

    sự mát mẻ thơm ngon của làn gió

  • A delicious shiver of excitement ran through his body.

    Một cảm giác rùng mình thích thú chạy khắp cơ thể anh.

  • The steak at that new restaurant is simply delicious.

    Món bít tết ở nhà hàng mới đó thực sự rất ngon.

  • The bakery's chocolate croissants are so delicious, they melt in your mouth.

    Bánh sừng bò sô cô la của tiệm bánh này ngon đến mức tan chảy trong miệng.

  • The homemade lasagna my grandmother made for me yesterday was really delicious.

    Món lasagna tự làm mà bà tôi làm cho tôi hôm qua thực sự rất ngon.

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