Spanish Conversation · Level 125
59 words
Spanish word
agrio
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈaɣɾjo/
Meaning
- adjectivesour
Example
La fruta está agria.
The fruit is sour.
More examples
Ese yogur tiene un sabor agrio.
That yogurt has a sour flavor.
Core concept
Puckering sharpness on the tongue.
Common phrases
sabor agrio
sour flavor
leche agria
sour milk
Similar words
ácido: Tart, chemically acidic flavor like lemon juice or other acid compounds.
amargo: Pronounced bitterness on the tongue or throat, often persistent.
agridulce: Flavor that mixes noticeable sweetness with a clear tangy sourness.
avinagrado: Distinct vinegary tang strongly reminiscent of vinegar.
Definition in Spanish
Describe un sabor ácido y penetrante al probar alimentos, especialmente frutas y lácteos, y que suele señalar que algo ha adquirido ese gusto.
Word origin
Derives from Latin acer/acris 'sharp', with the notion of sharpness extended to taste in Romance languages and yielding Spanish agrio.
Usage tips
- Agrio commonly appears with estar to describe a food that has become sour, while ser implies a more permanent or characteristic sour quality.