甘味・甘み|あまみamami[0]heiban (flat)
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Which spelling to use
甘味甘味 is the most common written form and uses kanji as an ateji spelling; it is the form learners will most often encounter.
甘み甘み is less common than 甘味 and combines kanji with kana; recognize it as a less common written variant.
Definitions
- nounsweetness; sugary taste
- nounsweets; dessert; cake
Synonyms & antonyms
- Antonym苦味にがみNeutralBitterness — the direct opposite of 「甘味」 in taste. Can also figuratively describe an unpleasant feeling, a use 「甘味」 does not share.
- Antonym辛味からみNeutralPungent spiciness from things like chili or wasabi — the flavor opposite of 「甘味」.
Use 「甘味」 for sweetness or for sweets and desserts, as in 「甘味処」. For the contrasting tastes, choose 「苦味」 for bitterness and 「辛味」 for spicy, pungent flavor — both neutral words.
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