1.
the feel of food or drink passing down the throat; smoothness; drinkability
The sensation or texture of food or drink as it goes down the throat. Particularly important in evaluating the quality of beer, noodles, and other foods where the swallowing sensation is a key part of the experience.
喉越しがいいビールだ。
This beer goes down smoothly.
この蕎麦は喉越しがよくておいしい。
These soba noodles have a great texture going down and taste delicious.
冷たいビールの喉越しは、暑い日には格別だ。
The refreshing feel of cold beer going down your throat is something special on a hot day.
USAGE:
Especially common in beer advertising and food reviews. 喉越しがいい is a high compliment for beer, noodles, and similar items where smoothness matters. The word captures a distinctly Japanese concept of food appreciation that focuses on the swallowing sensation.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 喉越しがいい (goes down smoothly)
- 喉越しがよい (pleasant going down)
- 喉越しのよさ (smoothness, drinkability)
- 喉越しを楽しむ (to enjoy the feel going down)
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 口当たり: mouthfeel — the sensation of food or drink in the mouth, before swallowing
- 飲みごたえ: satisfying to drink — emphasizes the fulfillment from drinking something