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“texture” in Chinese

Chinese

Also质地 (zhì dì) · 质感 (zhì gǎn)

Pronunciation

Pinyinkǒu gǎn

Example

这个蛋糕的口感很松软。zhè ge dàn gāo de kóu gǎn hěn sōng ruǎn

The cake has a very soft and fluffy texture.

Illustration for 口感 (texture)

How to say “texture” in Chinese

“Texture” in Chinese is 口感 (kǒu gǎn).

The physical feel of food or drink created by its structure in the mouth, including resistance, stickiness, and smoothness.

Full entry for 口感: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 口感

为了提升口感，厨师改变了调料比例。wèi le tí shēng kóu gǎn chú shī gǎi biàn le tiáo liào bǐ lì

To enhance the texture, the chef changed the proportions of the seasonings.

Tips for using 口感

  • In English, taste usually points to flavor, while this word names the physical feel of food or drink, so crisp, chewy, or smooth describe it rather than its flavor.

Other Chinese words for “texture”

这件衣服的质地很好。zhè jiàn yī fú de zhì dì hěn hǎo

This garment has a very good texture.

这件外套的质感很好。zhè jiàn wài tào de zhì gǎn hěn hǎo

This coat has a very good texture.

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