How to Say ‘Gentle taste’ in Japanese
やさしい味
yasashii aji
[yah-sah-shee ah-jee]
💬 Usage Tip: [やさしい味] means a mild, smooth, easy-to-drink flavor. It sounds warm and positive.
🇯🇵 In Japan: This kind of expression is common in Japanese food culture. People may use it for drinks that feel less sharp or less bitter on that day.
Phrase Breakdown
やさしい
yasashii
[yah-sah-shee]
gentle; mild
Describes a soft, smooth, not too strong taste.
このビールはやさしい味で飲みやすいです。
This beer has a gentle taste and is easy to drink.
味
aji
[ah-jee]
taste; flavor
Refers to the flavor profile. In this phrase, it means a mild or gentle flavor.
キリンにもやさしい味の商品があります。
Kirin also has products with a gentle taste.
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