JLPT N1 Advanced
持ち味
Natural flavor or distinctive characteristic
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1 Noun
Natural Flavor
The inherent taste or quality of a food ingredient in its raw or unadulterated state.
Example
新鮮な 魚 は 、 塩 だけ で 焼く と 持ち味 が よく 分かり ます 。
If you grill fresh fish with just salt, you can really appreciate its inherent flavor.
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2 Noun
Signature Strength / Unique Trait
A distinctive quality, characteristic, or strength that defines a specific person or group.
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