涩澀
Term · Tasting
astringent
Literal meaning
rough
Definition#
A drying, puckering, tightening mouthfeel caused mainly by polyphenols binding to saliva proteins. Moderate astringency that resolves quickly is acceptable in young teas; persistent astringency is a fault.
Translation and usage#
| Language | Use | Alternatives & cautions |
|---|---|---|
| English | astringent translation |
Also acceptable
Avoid bitter bitterness is a taste; astringency is a tactile feeling |
| Deutsch | adstringierend translation |
Also acceptable
|
| Русский | терпкий вяжущий translation |
Also acceptable
Avoid горький горечь — вкус, терпкость — тактильное ощущение |
| 简体字 | 涩 | |
| 繁體字 | 澀 | |
| 日本語 | 渋み |
Common confusions#
- 苦 bitter
- GB/T 14487-2017 2.5.22 (as quoted in the DB44 draft) describes 涩 as a thick-tongued, impeded feeling after the liquor enters the mouth. 青涩 (2.5.25) is astringency with a raw-green taste.