tasted

word · lemma: taste

/ˈteɪstɪd/
TAY-stid
/tˈeɪstɪd/
TAY-stid

Definition

The past tense of 'taste': to try the flavor of something by eating or drinking it, or to describe how something had a particular flavor.

Usage & Nuances

Used as the past tense of 'taste' (verb). Can mean you tried a small amount ('She tasted the soup') or describe a flavor experienced ('The cake tasted sweet'). Often confused with 'tested' (to check or examine). Common in food contexts.

Example Sentences

She tasted the soup before serving it.

basic

I tasted the cake and loved it.

basic

The food tasted spicy.

basic

Everything she cooked tasted amazing last night.

natural

Have you ever tasted real Italian pizza?

natural

The sauce tasted a bit strange, but I liked it.

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