A1 adjective 중립 #939 가장 일반적인

sour

/ˈsaʊər/

Having an acid or tart taste like a lemon or vinegar. It is also used to describe food, such as milk, that has become bad and has an unpleasant smell and taste.

예시

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1

This lemon is very sour and makes my mouth pucker.

This lemon is very sour and makes my mouth pucker.

2

The inspector noted that the fruit had a sour odor.

The inspector noted that the fruit had a sour odor.

3

Ugh, I think this milk has gone sour.

Ugh, I think this milk has gone sour.

어휘 가족

명사
sourness
Verb
sour
부사
sourly
형용사
sour
관련
sourdough
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암기 팁

Think of the 'S' shape your mouth makes when you suck on a sharp lemon: S for Sour.

빠른 퀴즈

I cannot drink this juice because it is too ____; I need to add some sugar.

정답!

정답은: sour

예시

1

This lemon is very sour and makes my mouth pucker.

everyday

This lemon is very sour and makes my mouth pucker.

2

The inspector noted that the fruit had a sour odor.

formal

The inspector noted that the fruit had a sour odor.

3

Ugh, I think this milk has gone sour.

informal

Ugh, I think this milk has gone sour.

4

The chemical reaction produced a sour byproduct.

academic

The chemical reaction produced a sour byproduct.

5

The negotiations turned sour after the budget was cut.

business

The negotiations turned sour after the budget was cut.

어휘 가족

명사
sourness
Verb
sour
부사
sourly
형용사
sour
관련
sourdough

자주 쓰는 조합

sour milk milk that has gone bad
sour taste a sharp flavor in the mouth
sour cream a thick, fermented cream used in cooking
sour expression an unhappy or annoyed look on someone's face
sour apple an apple with a sharp, tart taste

자주 쓰는 구문

sour grapes

pretending to dislike something because you cannot have it

go sour

to stop being pleasant or to fail

turn sour

to become bad or unsuccessful

자주 혼동되는 단어

sour vs bitter

Sour is the sharp taste of a lemon; bitter is the harsh taste of coffee or dark chocolate.

📝

사용 참고사항

Use 'sour' to describe flavors like citrus or vinegar, or to indicate that dairy products have spoiled. It can also figuratively describe a person's bad mood or a relationship that has become unpleasant.

⚠️

자주 하는 실수

Learners often use 'bitter' for lemons. Remember: lemons are sour, while coffee without sugar is bitter.

💡

암기 팁

Think of the 'S' shape your mouth makes when you suck on a sharp lemon: S for Sour.

📖

어원

Derived from the Old English word 'sur', meaning tart, acid, or fermented.

문법 패턴

Used before a noun (sour milk) Used after linking verbs like 'taste', 'smell', or 'become' (The milk tastes sour) Can be used in comparative forms: sourer, sourest
🌍

문화적 맥락

In many Western cuisines, 'sour cream' is a common topping for potatoes and tacos, while 'sour' flavors are often balanced with sugar.

빠른 퀴즈

I cannot drink this juice because it is too ____; I need to add some sugar.

정답!

정답은: sour

Food 관련 단어

meal

A1

A meal is an occasion when food is eaten, or the specific food that is prepared and eaten at a certain time of day. It usually refers to the main eating events such as breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

juice

A1

Juice is the liquid that comes from fruits and vegetables when they are squeezed or crushed. It is a common beverage enjoyed cold and is often consumed during breakfast.

coffee

A1

Coffee is a popular dark-colored drink made from roasted and ground seeds called beans. It is usually served hot or cold and contains caffeine, which helps people feel more awake and energetic.

cheese

A1

A solid food made from the pressed curds of milk, often flavored and aged. It is a common dairy product used in sandwiches, pizzas, and many cooked dishes around the world.

beef

A1

Beef is the culinary name for meat from cattle, particularly cows. It is a popular source of protein consumed in many different forms, such as steaks, roasts, or ground meat.

orange

A1

A round citrus fruit with a bright reddish-yellow skin and juicy segments inside. It is well-known for being a rich source of Vitamin C and is commonly eaten fresh or squeezed into juice.

watermelon

A1

A watermelon is a very large, round or oval fruit with a hard green skin and a sweet, watery red or pink interior. It is commonly eaten cold during the summer months and is known for its high water content and black seeds.

lemon

A1

A lemon is a yellow citrus fruit that has a very sour taste. It is commonly used in cooking, baking, and drinks to add a fresh or acidic flavor.

peach

A1

A peach is a round, sweet fruit with soft, fuzzy skin and a large hard seed in the middle. It is usually orange or yellow and is commonly eaten fresh or used in desserts during the summer.

pineapple

A1

A large, tropical fruit with a tough, scaly skin and a tuft of green leaves on top. It has sweet, juicy yellow flesh inside and is eaten fresh, canned, or as juice.

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