🇩🇪German Source WordCode: DE

würzig

Pronunciation / Transliteration: würzig

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Zesty/ˈzɛsti/
adjectiveCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇩🇪 Example Sentence in German:

"Die würzige Soße gab dem Gericht einen köstlichen Kick."

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2 senses
As adjective
  1. 1

    Having a strong, pleasant, and somewhat spicy flavor.

    "The zesty sauce added a delightful kick to the dish."
  2. 2

    Full of energy and enthusiasm.

    "Her zesty personality made the party much more enjoyable."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The word 'zesty' originates from the late 19th century, derived from the noun 'zest', which comes from the French 'zeste', meaning 'the peel of citrus fruits'. Over time, it evolved to describe something that is lively, exciting, or full of flavor.

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