Russian · Food & Drink

Вкусный

vkusnyy

Delicious / Tasty

Beginneradjective

Definition

Having a very pleasant taste or smell.

Example

Этот суп очень вкусный!

This soup is very delicious!

Etymology

The adjective 'вкусный' (vkusnyy) derives from the root 'вкус' (taste), which comes from Old East Slavic, emphasizing the sensory experience of food.

How & Where It’s Used

'Вкусный' is used in spoken and written contexts, predominantly in informal situations, often describing food and flavors.

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