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Lllaw Posted 14 years ago
Vocabulary

Tart or sour?

What's the difference between tart and sour?

Is tart only used for describing fruit?
Does sour implies it's unpleasant?

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It seems like "tart" means something (as in food) has a slightly sour bite to it. But often, it is something that can be quite delicious. "Sour", to me, implies that something has a stronger, sour taste to it and often, that taste is not desirable.

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  • It seems like "tart" means something (as in food) has a slightly sour bite to it.
  • But often, it is something that can be quite delicious.
  • "Sour", to me, implies that something has a stronger, sour taste to it and often, that taste is not desirable.
  • It's a matter of degree.
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It seems like "tart" means something (as in food) has a slightly sour bite to it. But often, it is something that can be quite delicious. "Sour", to me, implies that something has a stronger, sour taste to it and often, that taste is not desirable. It's a matter of degree.
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lllawIs tart only used for describing fruit?
No, but it is common in describing fruit. It might also describe the taste of a beverage, for example, a lemonade.
lllawDoes sour implies imply it's unpleasant?
Usually, yes, but not necessarily. There is some overlap, and sometimes
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