To taste carefully
Example: She tastes carefully before adding more spices
Definition
"To taste carefully" means to sample food or drink with attention and caution, assessing its flavor and seasoning before deciding whether to add more or adjust the preparation. It involves deliberate and thoughtful tasting to ensure the desired culinary result.
Etymology
The phrase "to taste carefully" combines the verb "taste," derived from the Old French 'taster' and Latin 'taxare,' meaning to touch, feel, or judge, with the adverb "carefully," which stems from Old English 'carful,' meaning full of care or concern. Together, they emphasize the act of tasting with careful attention.
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"To taste carefully" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A2) - set 1", containing 116 commonly used words.
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