Learning language
Translation language
adjective · B1 · often · UK/US

savory

savory

Meaning of savory

rich umami taste

Learn savory with free cards in 30 seconds.

Check vocabulary level

10 minutes a day can add up to 3,000 words a year. Spaced flashcards bring each word back when it is time to remember it.

Free flashcards·10,000+ words in the database·scheduled reviews
How important is this word
B1often

savory fits your vocabulary level. Check your level if you are not sure.

Pronunciation
British English/ˈseɪvəri/
American English/ˈseɪvəri/
Russian transcription[pʲɪˈkantnɨj] / [nʲɪˈslatkʲɪj]
savory
savory - пикантный / несладкий
free flashcards
Learn for freeLearn 7 words from "Cooking Descriptions"
Active review

How many words can you learn in a year?

If you learn 8-10 new words a day and review them regularly with flashcards, you can cover about 3,000 words in a year.

ZapomniEnglish brings words back at the right time: difficult words appear more often, familiar words less often.

Not sure what pace to start with? Check your vocabulary level and we will suggest words for your level.

We count words you add to learning and review regularly. Active use grows gradually and depends on practice.

How many words you can add to active review
PacePer dayPer yearBest for
Easy3 words≈ 1,100 wordsstarting without pressure
Balanced5 words≈ 1,800 wordssteady growth
Recommended8 words≈ 2,900 wordsaround 3,000 words a year
Fast10 words≈ 3,650 wordsvisible vocabulary growth
Intensive15 words≈ 5,500 wordsstrong motivation

savory with Russian translation

savory usage examples

🇷🇺Russian🇬🇧English

Пикантный пирог был наполнен мясом и травами.

The savory pie was filled with meat and herbs.

🇷🇺Russian🇬🇧English

Он предпочитает пикантные закуски сладким.

He prefers savory snacks over sweet ones.

Learn by topic

savory belongs to the topic "Cooking Descriptions". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.

savoryпикантный / несладкий
appleяблоко
butterсливочное масло
chickenкурица
choppedрубленый
cookedприготовленный
frozenзамороженный

savory synonyms

Related word breakdowns

What's the difference between savory / piquant / umami / spicy / tangy / salty

🇬🇧English
savory

non-sweet, rich in pleasant savory taste

B1Very Often

I prefer savory snacks to sweet ones.

Я предпочитаю пикантные закуски сладким.

P
🇬🇧English
piquant

sharply flavorful in a pleasantly stimulating way

B2Rarely

The sauce has a piquant note of mustard.

У соуса утончённо-пикантная нотка горчицы.

U
🇬🇧English
umami

the savory, mouth-filling taste often described as meaty or brothy

B2Often

Miso gives the soup a deep umami flavor.

Мисо придаёт супу глубокий вкус умами.

🇬🇧English

having noticeable spices or heat (chili, pepper)

B1Very Often

That curry is very spicy — be careful.

Это карри очень острое — осторожно.

T
🇬🇧English
tangy

pleasantly sharp or mildly sour taste

B1Often

The dressing is tangy thanks to the lemon.

Заправка кисловатая благодаря лимону.

🇬🇧English

tasting of or containing salt

A2Very Often

The soup is too salty; add water.

Суп слишком солёный; добавь воды.

🇬🇧English

having had salt, spices, or herbs added for flavor

B1Often

The chicken is well seasoned and very tasty.

Курица хорошо приправлена и очень вкусная.

F
🇬🇧English
flavorful

rich in flavor; full-tasting (broader than just non-sweet)

B1Often

The stew is very flavorful after simmering all day.

Тушёное мясо очень насыщенное по вкусу после долгого тушения.

What's the difference

Related words and lists for savory

How to pronounce savory and what this word means

savory translation: пикантный / несладкий. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.

how to pronounce savory

/ˈseɪvəri/

savory translation

пикантный / несладкий

savory examples

The savory pie was filled with meat and herbs.

savory transcription

/ˈseɪvəri/, /ˈseɪvəri/

How this dictionary entry is reviewed

ZapomniEnglish prepares dictionary data automatically, then the editorial workflow checks high-frequency words, top lists, and pages that already receive search impressions first.

Translation and meaningPronunciation and transcriptionExamples, synonyms, and topics

Questions about this word

savory meaning: what does it mean?

rich umami taste

savory pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?

savory is pronounced as /ˈseɪvəri/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.

savory definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?

The savory pie was filled with meat and herbs. Translation: Пикантный пирог был наполнен мясом и травами.

Is savory part of Cooking Descriptions vocabulary?

Yes, savory (пикантный / несладкий) can be learned in the Cooking Descriptions topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Is savory part of Food vocabulary?

Yes, savory (пикантный / несладкий) can be learned in the Food topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Audio practiceExamplesSmart repeats

Learn savory in your vocabulary

Add this word to practice, repeat it with audio, examples and your own word lists.