Delectable Meaning in English
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Definition
Extremely tasty or pleasant, especially used for food that gives great enjoyment.
Usage & Nuances
"Delectable" is a formal or poetic way to say something tastes very good or is highly delightful. Most often used to describe dishes or desserts. Can also be used metaphorically for things causing pleasure. Less casual than "delicious"; sounds elegant or refined.
Spanish: delicioso - exquisitoPortuguese (BR): delicioso - saborosoPortuguese (PT): delicioso - saborosoChinese (Simplified): 美味的 - 令人愉快的Chinese (Traditional): 美味的 - 令人愉快的Hindi: स्वादिष्ट - लाजवाबArabic: لذيذ - شهيBengali: অতিসুস্বাদু - লোভনীয়Russian: восхитительный - изысканныйJapanese: 絶品 - おいしい（非常に）Vietnamese: thơm ngon - hấp dẫnKorean: 맛있는 - 황홀한Turkish: leziz - enfes - nefisUrdu: لذیذ - مزے دارIndonesian: lezat - menggugah selera
Example Sentences
That soup was absolutely delectable—I wish I had the recipe!
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The cake was delectable.
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We enjoyed a delectable meal at the restaurant.
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Everything on the dessert tray looked delectable, but I chose the cheesecake.
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His grandmother’s cookies are legendary—they’re simply delectable.
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She made a delectable chocolate pie.
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