köstlich
delicious
Es beschreibt etwas, das sehr lecker schmeckt und große Freude beim Essen bereitet.
The German word "köstlich" is an adjective that means "delicious," "delectable," or "savory." It originates from the noun "Kost," which means "food" or "nourishment," combined with the suffix "-lich," indicating a characteristic or quality.
Similar words in German include "schmackhaft" (tasty), "delikat" (delicate), and "leckere" (yummy). While all of these words convey a sense of pleasant taste or enjoyment related to food, "köstlich" often carries a connotation of exquisite or highly enjoyable flavor, suggesting a higher level of culinary experience compared to the others.
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Examples
Das Essen schmeckt köstlich.adjective
The food tastes delicious.
Diese Schokolade ist wirklich köstlich.adjective
This chocolate is really delicious.
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