From root: asim
Usage Note
Kaasiman refers to the state or degree of being sour. It is often used when discussing the flavor profile of traditional dishes like sinigang.
Examples
" Masyadong matindi ang kaasiman. "
Natural Translation
The sourness is too intense.
Literal Translation
Too intense the sourness.
" Matindi ang kaasiman ng suka. "
Natural Translation
The sourness of the vinegar is intense.
Literal Translation
Intense the sourness of vinegar.
" Nakadepende ang kaasiman ng sinigang sa uri ng sampalok na ginagamit ng bawat magluluto. "
Natural Translation
The sourness of the sinigang depends on the kind of tamarind each cook uses.
Literal Translation
Depended the sourness of sinigang on type of tamarind that-used by every cook.
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