Sour
volume
British pronunciation/sˈa‌ʊ‌ə/
American pronunciation/ˈsaʊɝ/, /ˈsaʊɹ/
sower
sowre

Definition & Bedeutung von "sour"

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sauer

having a sharp acidic taste like lemon
sour definition and meaning
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She loves the sour taste of grapefruit in the morning.
He was surprised by the sour taste of the fruit.
The green apple had a delightfully sour and crisp flavor.
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sauer, verderbt

deteriorated or gone bad, often with an acidic or unpleasant quality
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The cheese was so sour that it was no longer edible.
The milk had turned sour after being left out for too long.
He discarded the sour fruit, which had developed an off-putting odor.
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sauer, beißend

(of smell) unpleasantly sharp, acidic, or stale
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The sour scent of spoiled food lingered in the kitchen.
The sour smell from the abandoned fridge made the whole room unbearable.
Her breath was always sour, which made it hard for others to be close to her.
04

sauer, missmutig

exhibiting a mood or demeanor marked by irritation or displeasure
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Her sour tone of voice revealed her frustration with the ongoing delays.
The coach 's sour reaction to the team 's performance was evident in his curt comments.
She had a sour attitude throughout the meeting, contributing to a tense atmosphere.
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falsch, schief

off-key or inaccurate in pitch
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The piano 's sour sound ruined the otherwise beautiful melody of the piece.
The singer 's sour notes during the performance were noticeable even to the casual listener.
The guitarist ’s sour tuning made the whole band sound out of sync during practice.
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enttäuschend, mittelmäßig

falling short of the usual or expected standard
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The movie received sour reviews due to its lackluster plot and weak performances.
The team 's sour performance in the finals was a stark contrast to their earlier victories.
The report had a sour tone, reflecting the author ’s frustration with the project ’s poor results.
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sauer, bitter

referring to soil that has a low pH level, making it acidic and potentially less suitable for growing certain types of plants
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Sour soil often requires specific fertilizers to neutralize its acidity and support healthy plant development.
The farmer discovered that the soil in his field was sour, which affected the crop yields.
Testing the soil revealed it was sour, prompting the need for amendments before planting the new flowers.
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sauer, bitter

refering to petroleum or natural gas that contains a significant amount of sulfur compounds, making it more challenging to process and refine
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Sour gas presents extra risks during extraction due to the high levels of hydrogen sulfide.
Refineries need special equipment to handle sour petroleum safely and efficiently.
The oil field is known for its sour crude, requiring extensive treatment to remove sulfur compounds.
01

Säure, saurer Geschmack

the quality or degree of being acidic, often affecting taste or pH level
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The sour of the lemon juice added a tangy flavor to the dish.
The chef adjusted the sour of the sauce to balance its taste.
The sour of the yogurt indicated it was starting to spoil.
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Whiskey Sour, saurer Cocktail

a cocktail made with a base spirit, citrus juice, and sweetener, typically served over ice
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He preferred his sour with a bit more citrus to enhance the tangy flavor.
The sour was garnished with a cherry and a slice of lemon for added flair.
to sour
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sauer werden, sauer machen

to become acidic or tart in taste
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The yogurt soured quickly in the warm kitchen.
The juice soured as it fermented over time.
The milk began to sour after being left out overnight.
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säuern, fermentieren

to make something taste tangy or tart by adding acid or letting it ferment
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acidify

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The fermentation process naturally sours the cabbage, transforming it into delicious sauerkraut.
They soured the pickles by immersing them in a brine solution for several days.
She sours the milk by leaving it out on the counter for too long.
03

sauer machen, verschlechtern

to cause something to become negative, unpleasant, or less favorable
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The unfair decision soured their relationship with management.
The broken promise soured her trust in him.
The constant delays soured the team 's enthusiasm for the project.
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sauer werden, verderben

to gradually turn unpleasant, often due to a change in circumstances or emotions
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The cheerful conversation soured when the topic shifted to politics.
Their once close relationship soured as misunderstandings piled up.
The atmosphere at the party soured after an awkward comment was made.
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She loves the sour taste of grapefruit in the morning.
He was surprised by the sour taste of the fruit.
The green apple had a delightfully sour and crisp flavor.
The lemon juice was too sour for her to drink straight.
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