When something is ملس (malas), it means it has a taste that is both sweet and a little bit sour at the same time. Think of it like a sweet and sour sauce you might have with food, or a fruit that isn't super sweet but also isn't too sour. It's a balanced flavor that many people enjoy. You can use it to describe food, drinks, or even fruits. For example, if an apple is a bit tart but also sweet, you could call it ملس.
When we talk about flavors in Persian, there's a special word for something that isn't just sweet or just sour, but a perfect mix of both. That word is ملس (malas).
Think about a dish where the sweetness of a fruit meets the tartness of a lemon – that's ملس! It's a balanced taste that many people really enjoy.
You can use ملس to describe foods like some types of pomegranates, or even a sauce that has both sugar and vinegar.
So, next time you taste something that's both sweet and a little sour, you know the perfect Persian word for it: ملس!
When we talk about CEFR levels, B1 means you're an intermediate learner. At this stage, you can understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc.
You can deal with most situations likely to arise whilst travelling in an area where the language is spoken. You can produce simple connected text on topics which are familiar or of personal interest.
You can describe experiences and events, dreams, hopes and ambitions and briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans. So, understanding a word like 'ملس' and using it appropriately fits right into your B1 skill set!
When discussing flavors in Persian, one common term you'll encounter is "ملس" (malas). This adjective describes a taste that is both sweet and sour, but in a balanced and pleasant way, not overwhelmingly either. Think of the flavor profile of a tart cherry, a perfectly ripe plum, or even some pickles that have a hint of sweetness alongside their sourness. It's often used for fruits, jams, or dishes where these two opposing flavors complement each other harmoniously. So, if something is "ملس," it means it has that delightful, balanced sweet-and-sour characteristic.
ملس 30초 만에
- B1
- taste
- food
§ What 'Melas' Means
The Persian word you're learning today is ملس (melas). It's an adjective, and it describes a taste that is both sweet and sour, perfectly balanced. Think of something that isn't too sweet and isn't too sour – it's just right in the middle.
- DEFINITION
- Sweet and sour, having a balanced taste of both.
This word is super common when talking about food, especially in Persian cuisine where balancing flavors is a big deal. You'll hear it for fruits, stews, sauces, and even some drinks. It’s a very descriptive word that helps people understand exactly what kind of flavor profile you're talking about.
§ Examples of 'Melas' in Sentences
Let's look at some examples to see how ملس is used in everyday conversation. Pay attention to how it always describes a taste.
این آلو خیلی ملس است. (This plum is very sweet and sour.)
رب انار باید ملس باشد. (Pomegranate paste should be sweet and sour.)
خورشت فسنجان را دوست دارم که کمی ملس باشد. (I like Fesenjan stew to be a little sweet and sour.)
Notice how in all these examples, ملس is used to describe a food item, specifically its taste. It’s a positive descriptor, indicating a desirable balance of flavors.
§ Where You'll Actually Hear 'Melas'
You'll mostly hear ملس in informal settings, especially when people are talking about food. Here’s where it comes up:
- At Home and Family Gatherings: This is probably the most common place. When someone is cooking or serving food, they might ask, "خورشت ملس شده؟" (Has the stew become sweet and sour?) or describe a dish as "این ترشی خیلی ملسه!" (This pickle is very sweet and sour!).
- In Restaurants or Cafes: While less common than at home, you might hear a waiter describe a dish, or you might hear other customers talking about their food. For example, "این سس انار خیلی ملسه." (This pomegranate sauce is very sweet and sour.)
- At Bazaars and Markets: Especially when buying fruits like plums (آلو), cherries (آلبالو), or even some types of apples (سیب), vendors might describe them as ملس to highlight their desirable taste. You might hear, "این آلبالوها ملسن، حتما امتحان کنید!" (These sour cherries are sweet and sour, definitely try them!).
- Cooking Shows or Food Blogs: If you're watching Persian cooking shows or reading food blogs, you'll definitely come across ملس when they're describing the ideal taste for certain dishes, especially those with pomegranate or sour cherry in them.
It’s not a word you’d typically use in a formal work meeting or when discussing serious news. It’s squarely in the domain of sensory description, specifically taste, and is very much a part of everyday culinary conversation in Iran.
Understanding ملس is key to truly appreciating the nuances of Persian cuisine. It's more than just sweet or sour; it's that perfect harmony that makes many Persian dishes so distinctive and delicious. So next time you're enjoying Persian food, see if you can identify that ملس flavor!
§ Don't Confuse 'Malas' with Just 'Sour' or 'Sweet'
Many English speakers learning Persian might mistakenly use 'malas' (ملس) when they simply mean 'sour' (ترش - torsh) or 'sweet' (شیرین - shirin). Remember, 'malas' specifically means a combination of both sweet and sour, a balanced taste. It's not one or the other. Think of it as a particular flavor profile, not a general descriptor for either extreme.
§ Using 'Malas' for Unpleasant Flavors
'Malas' (ملس) almost always implies a pleasant, desirable balance of sweet and sour. It's a positive descriptor for food. You wouldn't use 'malas' to describe something that is simply off-tasting or unpleasantly acidic and sugary. For example, if a dish is badly made and tastes weirdly sweet and sour in an unappetizing way, 'malas' is not the right word. It conveys a harmonious blend.
این آش خیلی ملس است. (This soup is very sweet and sour [in a pleasant way]).
آب انار ملس، محبوبیت زیادی دارد. (Sweet and sour pomegranate juice is very popular.)
Notice how both examples describe something enjoyable. If you mean something is simply 'off' or 'strange-tasting' due to an unbalanced sweet and sour, you'd use other adjectives like 'بد مزه' (bad-mazeh - bad tasting) or describe the specific imbalance.
§ Overusing 'Malas' for Any Complex Flavor
While 'malas' describes a nuanced flavor, it's specific to the sweet and sour combination. Don't use it as a general term for any complex or interesting taste. For instance, if a dish is spicy and savory, or bitter and earthy, 'malas' would be incorrect. Each flavor profile has its own Persian adjectives.
- EXAMPLE OF MISUSE
- Referring to a rich, savory stew as 'malas' when it has no sweet and sour elements.
Instead, consider what specific flavors are present. Is it salty (شور - shoor)? Spicy (تند - tond)? Bitter (تلخ - talkh)? Umami (often described with terms like 'خوش طعم' - khosh ta'm - delicious, or by listing ingredients)? Be precise with your descriptions.
§ Not Understanding the Cultural Context of 'Malas' Flavors
In Persian cuisine, 'malas' flavors are deeply ingrained and highly appreciated, particularly in dishes like certain types of khoresht (stews), aash (thick soups), and drinks. Understanding this cultural preference helps you to better apply the word.
- Many stews, especially those with ingredients like plums or pomegranates, aim for a malas balance.
- Certain pickles (ترشی - torshi) can also be described as malas if they have a slight sweetness to offset the sourness.
- Fruit leathers (لواشک - lavashak) are often perfectly malas.
این لواشک خیلی ملس است و من دوستش دارم. (This lavashak is very sweet and sour and I like it.)
Knowing the typical foods associated with this taste will reinforce your understanding and help you use 'malas' correctly and naturally. If you hear 'malas' in a food context, it's usually a compliment!
How Formal Is It?
"این خوراک طعم مطبوعی دارد. (This dish has a pleasant taste.)"
"غذای شما خیلی مزه دار است. (Your food is very tasty.)"
"قورمهسبزی مامانم همیشه خوشمزه است! (My mom's Ghormeh Sabzi is always delicious!)"
"آبنبات ترش و ملس دوست داری؟ (Do you like sour and sweet candies?)"
"این سس خیلی باحاله! (This sauce is really cool/awesome!)"
재미있는 사실
The word 'malas' (sour) is found in various Iranian languages and dialects, suggesting a long history of describing this taste profile.
난이도
Short word, easy to recognize.
Short word, simple spelling.
Straightforward pronunciation.
Distinct sound, easy to catch in conversation.
다음에 무엇을 배울까
선수 학습
다음에 배울 것
고급
알아야 할 문법
Adjectives typically come after the noun they describe in Persian. However, sometimes they can precede the noun for emphasis.
غذای ملس (sweet and sour food) versus ملس غذا (a sweet and sour [type of] food - less common)
To form the comparative, add '-tar' to the adjective. To form the superlative, add '-tarin' to the adjective.
ملستر (sweeter and sourer), ملسترین (sweetest and sourest)
Adjectives in Persian do not change their form based on gender or number of the noun.
سیب ملس (sweet and sour apple), سیبهای ملس (sweet and sour apples)
When an adjective modifies a noun and is followed by 'بودن' (to be), it usually takes the 'است' (is) or 'هست' (is) form.
این غذا ملس است. (This food is sweet and sour.)
Adjectives can be used as predicates in a sentence without a noun, referring to a general quality.
این طعم ملس است. (This taste is sweet and sour.)
수준별 예문
رب انار ملس است.
Pomegranate paste is sweet and sour.
این خورشت کمی ملس است.
This stew is a little sweet and sour.
ترشی ملس دوست دارم.
I like sweet and sour pickles.
طعم این آش ملس است.
The taste of this soup is sweet and sour.
آلوچه ملس خریدیم.
We bought sweet and sour plums.
این سس ملس است.
This sauce is sweet and sour.
خوراک بادمجان ملس پختم.
I cooked sweet and sour eggplant dish.
میوه های ملس خوشمزه هستند.
Sweet and sour fruits are delicious.
رب انار ملس برای خورش خیلی خوبه.
Pomegranate paste (melas) is very good for stew.
ملس describes the taste of pomegranate paste.
آلبالو پلو با گوشت ملس میشه.
Sour cherry rice with meat becomes (melas).
ملس describes the taste of the dish.
این سس ملس هست، نه خیلی ترش نه خیلی شیرین.
This sauce is (melas), not too sour, not too sweet.
ملس describes the balanced taste of the sauce.
طعم لواشک ملسه و خیلی خوشمزهست.
The taste of fruit leather is (melas) and very delicious.
ملس describes the taste of the fruit leather.
بعضی وقتها شربت پرتقال رو ملس درست میکنن.
Sometimes they make orange syrup (melas).
ملس describes how the syrup is prepared.
آشپز این غذا رو ملس پخته.
The cook has cooked this food (melas).
ملس describes the way the food is cooked to achieve a certain taste.
من مربای آلبالو ملس دوست دارم.
I like (melas) sour cherry jam.
ملس describes the type of sour cherry jam.
این ماست و خیار رو ملس درست کن، لطفا.
Make this yogurt and cucumber (melas), please.
ملس is an instruction for the taste of the dish.
رب انار این خورش، ملسش کرده.
The pomegranate paste in this stew made it sweet and sour.
طعم این آش ملس است، نه خیلی شیرین، نه خیلی ترش.
The taste of this soup is sweet and sour, not too sweet, not too sour.
مربای به، اگر خوب پخته شود، ملس و خوشمزه است.
Quince jam, if cooked well, is sweet and sour and delicious.
این سس سالاد با سرکه بالزامیک، یک طعم ملس دارد.
This salad dressing with balsamic vinegar has a sweet and sour taste.
آلبالو پلو با مرغ، غذایی ملس و پرطرفدار است.
Cherry rice with chicken is a sweet and sour and popular dish.
من ترشی های ملس را بیشتر از ترشی های خیلی ترش دوست دارم.
I like sweet and sour pickles more than very sour pickles.
یک چای سبز با کمی عسل و لیمو، طعمی ملس و آرامش بخش دارد.
A green tea with a little honey and lemon has a sweet and sour and calming taste.
این سوپ گوجه فرنگی با کمی شکر، طعمی ملس و دلپذیر پیدا کرده است.
This tomato soup with a little sugar has found a sweet and sour and pleasant taste.
رب انار ملس برای جوجه کباب عالی است.
Pomegranate paste (sweet and sour) is great for chicken kebab.
رب انار (rob-e anâr) - pomegranate paste; جوجه کباب (jujeh kabâb) - chicken kebab
بعضیها طعم ملس آلبالو پلو را خیلی دوست دارند.
Some people really like the sweet and sour taste of sour cherry rice.
بعضیها (ba'zi-hâ) - some people; طعم (ta'm) - taste; آلبالو پلو (âlbâlu polo) - sour cherry rice
خیار شور ملس در کنار غذا واقعا خوشمزه است.
Sweet and sour pickles are really delicious with food.
خیار شور (khiâr shur) - pickles; در کنار (dar kenâr) - next to/with; خوشمزه (khoshmazzeh) - delicious
این سس ملس با ماهی کبابی فوقالعاده میشود.
This sweet and sour sauce is wonderful with grilled fish.
سس (sos) - sauce; ماهی کبابی (mâhi kabâbi) - grilled fish; فوقالعاده (fowq-ol-âde) - wonderful
آش رشته ملس را حتما امتحان کنید.
Definitely try the sweet and sour Ash-e Reshteh (noodle soup).
آش رشته (âsh-e reshteh) - a type of Persian noodle soup; حتما (hatman) - definitely; امتحان کردن (emtehân kardan) - to try
ترشی لیته ملس، پای ثابت سفرههای ایرانی است.
Sweet and sour 'Liteh' pickle is a staple on Iranian tables.
ترشی لیته (torshi liteh) - a type of Persian pickle; پای ثابت (pây-e sâbet) - staple; سفره (sofreh) - tablecloth/dining table
مربای به ملس، یک صبحانه عالی است.
Sweet and sour quince jam is a great breakfast.
مربای به (morabbâ-ye beh) - quince jam; صبحانه (sobhâneh) - breakfast
او یک طعم ملس را برای غذایش ترجیح میدهد.
He prefers a sweet and sour taste for his food.
ترجیح دادن (tarjih dâdan) - to prefer
رب انار ملس، چاشنی فوقالعادهای برای مرغ و ماهی است.
Pomegranate paste, sweet and sour, is an excellent seasoning for chicken and fish.
طعم ملس آلوچه، آدم را یاد کودکی میاندازد.
The sweet and sour taste of green plums reminds one of childhood.
او با چهرهای ملس و چشمانی درخشان به من نگاه کرد.
She looked at me with a sweet and sour expression and shining eyes.
Here, 'ملس' is used metaphorically to describe a complex, engaging facial expression.
گاهی اوقات، زندگی با تمام فراز و نشیبهایش، طعمی ملس دارد.
Sometimes, life, with all its ups and downs, has a sweet and sour taste.
Metaphorical use of 'ملس' to describe life's mixed experiences.
سس سالاد با سرکه بالزامیک و کمی عسل، طعمی ملس و دلنشین پیدا میکند.
The salad dressing with balsamic vinegar and a little honey gets a sweet and sour and delightful taste.
بعضی فیلمها هم تلخ و هم شیرین هستند، یعنی طعمی ملس دارند.
Some movies are both bitter and sweet, meaning they have a sweet and sour taste.
Metaphorical use of 'ملس' to describe a movie with mixed emotions.
آشپز، با افزودن آبلیمو و شکر، طعم ملس و ایدهآلی به خورش داد.
The chef, by adding lemon juice and sugar, gave the stew a sweet and sour and ideal taste.
این نوع ترشی، به خاطر ترکیب خاص موادش، طعمی ملس و منحصر به فرد دارد.
This type of pickle, due to its special combination of ingredients, has a sweet and sour and unique taste.
رب انار ملس در بسیاری از غذاهای ایرانی استفاده میشود و طعمی منحصر به فرد به آنها میبخشد.
Pomegranate paste with a sweet and sour taste is used in many Iranian dishes and gives them a unique flavor.
آلبالو پلو با مرغ، اگر با آلبالوی ملس تهیه شود، طعمی بینظیر خواهد داشت که همه از آن لذت میبرند.
Sour cherry rice with chicken, if prepared with sweet and sour cherries, will have an unparalleled taste that everyone will enjoy.
خیلی دوست دارم ترشیهای ملس بخورم، آن ترشیهایی که نه خیلی ترش و نه خیلی شیرین هستند.
I really like to eat sweet and sour pickles, those pickles that are neither too sour nor too sweet.
گوجه سبز ملس، یکی از میوههای فصلی مورد علاقه ایرانیها است که طعمی متعادل دارد.
Sweet and sour green plum is one of Iranians' favorite seasonal fruits, which has a balanced taste.
خورش آلو با طعم ملس، به دلیل ترکیب آلو و چاشنیهای مختلف، بسیار محبوب است.
Plum stew with a sweet and sour taste is very popular due to the combination of plums and various seasonings.
بعضی از نوشیدنیهای سنتی ایرانی، طعم ملس دارند که تشنگی را به خوبی رفع میکنند.
Some traditional Iranian drinks have a sweet and sour taste that quenches thirst well.
مرغ ترش گیلانی، معمولاً با طعم ملس سرو میشود که ترکیبی دلپذیر از ترشی و شیرینی است.
Gilan's sour chicken is usually served with a sweet and sour taste, which is a pleasant combination of sourness and sweetness.
باقالی پلو با گوشت، اگر با چاشنیهای ملس همراه شود، طعمی فراموش نشدنی خواهد داشت.
Fava bean rice with meat, if accompanied by sweet and sour seasonings, will have an unforgettable taste.
자주 쓰는 조합
자주 쓰는 구문
این غذا طعم ملس داره.
This food has a sweet and sour taste.
من رب انار ملس دوست دارم.
I like sweet and sour pomegranate paste.
آلوچه ملس خیلی خوشمزه است.
Sweet and sour plums are very delicious.
مربای آلبالوی ملس برای صبحانه عالیه.
Sweet and sour sour cherry jam is great for breakfast.
این چاشنی، طعم ملس خوبی به غذا میده.
This seasoning gives a good sweet and sour taste to the food.
سس ملس برای مرغ سوخاری خوبه.
Sweet and sour sauce is good for fried chicken.
ترشی ملس با برنج خیلی میچسبه.
Sweet and sour pickles go really well with rice.
خورش آلو با طعم ملس عالی میشه.
Plum stew with a sweet and sour taste turns out great.
بعضی میوهها ذاتاً ملس هستن.
Some fruits are naturally sweet and sour.
این آبمیوه خیلی ملس و گواراست.
This juice is very sweet and sour and refreshing.
자주 혼동되는 단어
A general term for seasoning or condiment, which can sometimes be sweet and sour, but 'چاشنی' refers to the additive itself, not the taste 'ملس'.
Meaning 'taste' or 'flavor' in general. 'ملس' is a specific type of 'طعم'.
Refers to pickles or pickled items, which are often sour, but 'ترشی' is a noun for the food item, not the adjective 'ملس' describing a taste.
문법 패턴
관용어 및 표현
"ترش و شیرین"
Literally 'sour and sweet,' used to describe something with a balanced sweet and sour taste, similar to ملس but more descriptive.
این خورش بادمجان ترش و شیرین خیلی خوشمزه است.
neutral"مزه ملس دادن"
To have a sweet and sour taste.
این آلبالو مزه ملس میده.
neutral"بین ترشی و شیرینی"
Between sourness and sweetness, indicating a balanced taste.
این رب انار بین ترشی و شیرینیه، عالیه.
neutral"نه شور نه شیرین"
Neither salty nor sweet, can be used metaphorically for something balanced, but more often for food that isn't too extreme in flavor.
این آش نه شور بود نه شیرین، طعمش خوب بود.
neutral"تعادل طعم"
Flavor balance.
این غذا تعادل طعم خوبی داره، ملسه.
formal"طعم ملایم"
Mild flavor, can sometimes refer to a balanced taste that isn't too strong in one direction.
این چای طعم ملایمی داره.
neutral"میانه رو"
Moderate, can be used for flavors that are not extreme.
ذائقه او میانه رو است، غذاهای ملس را دوست دارد.
neutral"دلچسب و ملس"
Appealing and sweet and sour, emphasizing the pleasantness of the mels taste.
این لواشک دلچسب و ملس بود.
neutral"هم شیرین هم ترش"
Both sweet and sour, a direct description of the mels quality.
این میوه هم شیرین هم ترشه.
neutral"حد وسط"
The middle ground, can be used to describe a balanced flavor that is neither too sweet nor too sour.
طعم این سس حد وسط بود، نه خیلی تند نه خیلی شیرین.
neutral혼동하기 쉬운
Often confused with 'ملس' because both relate to sweetness, but 'شیرین' specifically means sweet without the sour component.
'شیرین' means purely sweet, while 'ملس' means sweet and sour.
این کیک خیلی شیرین است. (This cake is very sweet.)
Confused with 'ملس' because 'ترش' refers to sourness, which is one part of the 'ملس' flavor profile. However, 'ترش' lacks the sweetness.
'ترش' means purely sour, while 'ملس' is a combination of sweet and sour.
این لیمو خیلی ترش است. (This lemon is very sour.)
Sometimes confused due to phonetic similarity and both describing pleasant qualities, but 'ملیح' refers to something charming or graceful, not a taste.
'ملیح' describes a pleasant appearance or manner, whereas 'ملس' describes a taste.
او لبخندی ملیح داشت. (She had a charming smile.)
While technically correct to describe the components of 'ملس', using 'شیرین و ترش' is more descriptive and less idiomatic than the single word 'ملس'. 'ملس' implies a harmonious balance.
'ملس' is a single adjective describing a specific balanced sweet-sour taste, while 'شیرین و ترش' are two adjectives describing the separate sweet and sour qualities.
این غذا شیرین و ترش است، نه ملس. (This food is sweet and sour, not balanced 'malas'.)
Both 'ملس' and 'دلچسب' describe something enjoyable, but 'دلچسب' is a general term for pleasant or delightful, not specific to a taste profile.
'دلچسب' means pleasant or delightful in a general sense, while 'ملس' specifically describes a sweet and sour taste.
این آهنگ خیلی دلچسب است. (This song is very delightful.)
문장 패턴
این غذا ملس است.
This food is sweet and sour.
مزه این سس ملس است.
The taste of this sauce is sweet and sour.
بیشتر غذاهای شمالی ملس هستند.
Most northern foods are sweet and sour.
خورشت فسنجان با رب انار ملس میشود.
Fesenjan stew becomes sweet and sour with pomegranate paste.
طعم ملس این دسر را خیلی دوست دارم.
I really like the sweet and sour taste of this dessert.
برای ایجاد طعم ملس، میتوانید کمی شکر و سرکه اضافه کنید.
To create a sweet and sour taste, you can add a little sugar and vinegar.
گوجه سبز ملس از میوههای محبوب فصل بهار است.
Sweet and sour green plums are popular spring fruits.
تعادل بین شیرینی و ترشی در این غذا به آن طعمی ملس و دلنشین بخشیده است.
The balance between sweetness and sourness in this dish has given it a pleasant sweet and sour taste.
사용법
ملس (malas) describes something that is both sweet and sour, with neither taste overpowering the other. It's often used for fruits, pickles, or dishes where a balanced sweet and sour flavor profile is desired.
Think of it as a pleasant tangy sweetness. It implies a harmonious blend, not just two separate tastes.
A common mistake is to use ملس (malas) for something that is simply sour, or simply sweet. For example, a lemon is ترش (torsh - sour), not ملس (malas). Honey is شیرین (shirin - sweet), not ملس (malas).
It's also not typically used for things that are just 'a little bit sweet' or 'a little bit sour.' The key is the intentional and balanced combination of both.
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Understanding 'Malas'
'Malas' is an adjective used to describe a flavor profile that is both sweet and sour, perfectly balanced. Think of a pomegranate or some types of plums.
Common Usage of 'Malas'
You'll often hear 'malas' used when talking about fruits, especially those that have a pleasant tartness alongside their sweetness. It's also used for dishes.
Pronunciation Practice
The pronunciation is 'mah-las'. The 'a' sounds are like the 'a' in 'father'. Practice saying it aloud until it feels natural.
Don't Confuse with 'Shirīn'
Don't confuse 'malas' with 'shirīn' (شیرین), which simply means 'sweet'. 'Malas' specifically implies the sweet and sour combination.
Malas in Persian Cuisine
Many Persian dishes and fruit leathers (lavāshak) often have a 'malas' flavor. It's a highly appreciated taste in Iranian food culture.
Examples of Malas Fruits
Pomegranates (anār) are a classic example of a 'malas' fruit. Other examples include some varieties of cherries or plums.
Using 'Malas' in Sentences
Try forming simple sentences: 'این میوه ملس است' (īn miveh malas ast) - 'This fruit is sweet and sour.'
Describing Taste Nuances
As you advance, notice how Persians use 'malas' to describe a very specific, balanced taste, not just a mix of sweet and sour, but a pleasant integration.
Listen for 'Malas'
When watching Persian shows or listening to conversations, try to identify when people use 'malas' to describe food. This helps with natural understanding.
Taste and Learn
The best way to understand 'malas' is to taste Persian foods or fruits described this way. Experience the flavor firsthand!
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기억법
Imagine a **mellow** fruit that is both sweet and sour. **Me-les** sounds a bit like 'mellow' and helps you recall the balanced sweet and sour taste.
시각적 연상
Picture a perfectly ripe green apple, with one side looking sweet and red, and the other side tart and green. Imagine taking a bite and experiencing that balanced sweet and sour sensation. That's 'melas'!
Word Web
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Describe your favorite fruit or dish that has a 'melas' taste. For example, 'آلوچه سبز ملس است.' (Green plums are sweet and sour.) or 'خورش آلو با طعم ملس.' (Plum stew with a sweet and sour taste.)
어원
Unknown, likely from a blend of 'malas' (sour) and 'shirin' (sweet).
원래 의미: Sweet and sour.
Indo-European, Iranian branch.문화적 맥락
In Persian cuisine, the 'sweet and sour' taste is highly valued and can be found in many dishes, especially stews and marinades. It represents a balance often sought in Persian cooking, reflecting a preference for harmonious flavors rather than overly dominant ones. This flavor profile is also present in some traditional drinks and fruit preparations.
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Describing food taste
- این خورش ملسه.
- رب انار ملسه.
- آلوچه ها ملس بودن.
When talking about fruit flavors
- پرتقال خونی ملسه.
- کیوی های ملس دوست دارم.
Comparing flavors in cooking
- طعم ملس این غذا عالیه.
- برای ملس شدن، کمی شکر اضافه کن.
When choosing ingredients
- دنبال تمر هندی ملس میگردم.
- این سرکه طعم ملسی داره.
Discussing preferences for drinks
- شربت آبلیمو ملس خیلی خوبه.
- چای ترش ملس دوست داری؟
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"چه غذاهایی رو با طعم ملس میشناسی؟ (What foods do you know with a sweet and sour taste?)"
"تا حالا میوه ای خوردی که طعم ملس داشته باشه؟ (Have you ever eaten a fruit that has a sweet and sour taste?)"
"به نظرت چه چیزی باعث میشه یه غذا ملس بشه؟ (What do you think makes a food sweet and sour?)"
"چه نوشیدنی هایی با طعم ملس رو دوست داری؟ (What sweet and sour drinks do you like?)"
"تفاوت طعم 'ملس' با 'ترش' یا 'شیرین' چیه؟ (What's the difference between 'melas' and 'tosh' or 'shirin' taste?)"
일기 주제
امروز غذایی با طعم ملس خوردم که... (Today I ate a food with a sweet and sour taste that...)
وقتی به طعم ملس فکر میکنم، یاد... میفتم. (When I think of a sweet and sour taste, I remember...)
دوست دارم یاد بگیرم چطور یک غذای ملس درست کنم. (I want to learn how to make a sweet and sour food.)
ملس بودن برای من یعنی... (Sweet and sour for me means...)
آیا طعم ملس در فرهنگ غذایی کشور من هم وجود دارد؟ (Does the sweet and sour taste exist in my country's food culture?)
자주 묻는 질문
10 질문ملس (malas) is an adjective used to describe something that has a balanced taste of both sweet and sour. It's not just sweet, and it's not just sour; it's a pleasant combination of both.
Sure! Think of dishes or fruits that have a delightful mix of sweet and sour. For example:
این رب انار ملس است. (This pomegranate paste is sweet and sour.)
آلبالوهای این درخت ملس هستند. (The sour cherries on this tree are sweet and sour.)
Yes, ملس is primarily used to describe the taste of food and drinks. You wouldn't typically use it for non-edible things.
When you say something is 'sweet and sour,' you're stating two distinct tastes. ملس implies a harmonious blend where neither taste completely dominates. It's a specific, balanced flavor profile.
ملس is considered a B1 level word. This means it's a common and useful word for intermediate learners to know and understand.
Absolutely! Many Persian dishes aim for this balanced flavor. For instance, some types of 'khoresh' (stews) or 'ash' (thick soups) might be described as ملس. Pomegranate paste is a great example too!
No, you cannot. ملس is strictly for taste. You wouldn't use it to describe a personality, as that would sound very unnatural in Persian.
While 'sweet and sour' is the direct translation, ملس implies a more integrated and pleasant balance. There isn't one single English word that perfectly captures this specific nuance, which is why learning ملس is so useful!
You pronounce it as 'mah-las'. The 'a' sounds like the 'a' in 'car', and the 's' is like the 's' in 'snake'.
No, if something is too sweet or too sour, it wouldn't be described as ملس. The key characteristic of ملس is that balanced, pleasant combination. If one flavor overpowers the other, it loses that 'malas' quality.
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این غذا خیلی شیرین نیست، کمی ___ است. (This food is not too sweet, it is a little ___.)
The sentence implies a balanced taste, not too sweet, so 'ملس' (sweet and sour) fits best.
من طعم ___ انار را دوست دارم. (I like the ___ taste of pomegranate.)
Pomegranates often have a sweet and sour taste, so 'ملس' is the correct choice.
این سس گوجه فرنگی ___ است، نه خیلی ترش و نه خیلی شیرین. (This tomato sauce is ___, neither too sour nor too sweet.)
The description 'neither too sour nor too sweet' perfectly defines 'ملس'.
خورشت فسنجان اغلب طعم ___ دارد. (Fesenjan stew often has a ___ taste.)
Fesenjan stew is known for its distinctive sweet and sour flavor, making 'ملس' the appropriate word.
گاهی اوقات آلبالو ___ است. (Sometimes sour cherries are ___.)
Sour cherries can have a sweet and sour profile, so 'ملس' is a fitting description.
لیمو و شکر را مخلوط کنی، طعمی ___ به دست میآید. (If you mix lemon and sugar, you get a ___ taste.)
Combining lemon (sour) and sugar (sweet) naturally results in a 'ملس' (sweet and sour) taste.
Which fruit often tastes 'melas' (ملس)?
Pomegranates often have a balanced sweet and sour taste, which is described as 'melas' in Persian.
If something is 'melas' (ملس), it means it is...
'Melas' specifically means a combination of sweet and sour.
Which of these dishes might be 'melas' (ملس)?
Stews with ingredients like plums or pomegranates can have a 'melas' taste.
Lemon juice is usually 'melas' (ملس).
Lemon juice is typically just sour, not a balance of sweet and sour.
Some types of apples can be 'melas' (ملس).
Yes, certain apple varieties have a pleasant sweet and sour flavor, which is 'melas'.
Chocolate is often described as 'melas' (ملس).
Chocolate is typically sweet or bitter, but not usually a sweet and sour combination ('melas').
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من خوبم.
Focus: khu-bam
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اسم من ... است.
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بله
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Write a short sentence describing a food that can be 'sweet and sour' (ملس).
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این غذا طعم ملس دارد. (This food has a sweet and sour taste.)
Imagine you are trying a new fruit. How would you describe it if it tasted 'sweet and sour' (ملس)?
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این میوه ملس و خوشمزه است. (This fruit is sweet and sour and delicious.)
Complete the sentence: 'من دوست دارم غذای _________.' (I like ________ food.)
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من دوست دارم غذای ملس. (I like sweet and sour food.)
چه نوع طعمی در این غذا وجود داشت؟ (What kind of taste was in this food?)
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او یک غذای جدید پخت. این غذا طعم خوبی داشت. طعم آن نه خیلی شیرین بود و نه خیلی ترش. طعم آن ملس بود.
چه نوع طعمی در این غذا وجود داشت؟ (What kind of taste was in this food?)
The passage states 'طعم آن ملس بود' which means 'Its taste was sweet and sour.'
The passage states 'طعم آن ملس بود' which means 'Its taste was sweet and sour.'
خورشت فسنجان چه طعمی دارد؟ (What taste does Fesenjan stew have?)
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بسیاری از ایرانیان خورشت فسنجان را دوست دارند. این خورشت طعم ملس دارد و با مرغ یا گوشت پخته می شود. مردم این خورشت را با برنج می خورند.
خورشت فسنجان چه طعمی دارد؟ (What taste does Fesenjan stew have?)
The passage mentions 'این خورشت طعم ملس دارد' (This stew has a sweet and sour taste).
The passage mentions 'این خورشت طعم ملس دارد' (This stew has a sweet and sour taste).
آبمیوه چه طعمی دارد؟ (What taste does the juice have?)
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من یک آبمیوه جدید خریدم. این آبمیوه خیلی خوشمزه است. طعم آن ملس است، کمی شیرین و کمی ترش.
آبمیوه چه طعمی دارد؟ (What taste does the juice have?)
The passage says 'طعم آن ملس است، کمی شیرین و کمی ترش' (Its taste is sweet and sour, a little sweet and a little sour).
The passage says 'طعم آن ملس است، کمی شیرین و کمی ترش' (Its taste is sweet and sour, a little sweet and a little sour).
این غذا طعم ___ دارد. (This food has a ___ taste.)
The word 'ملس' describes a sweet and sour taste, which fits the context of food flavor.
من یک آبمیوه ی ___ دوست دارم. (I like a ___ juice.)
'ملس' is often used to describe fruit juices that are both sweet and a little tart.
این سس با طعم ___ بسیار خوب است. (This sauce is very good with a ___ flavor.)
The phrase 'ترش و شیرین' directly translates to 'sweet and sour', which is the meaning of 'ملس'.
او همیشه غذاهای ___ را ترجیح می دهد. (He always prefers ___ foods.)
Someone who prefers 'ملس' foods enjoys the balanced sweet and sour taste.
مزه ی این میوه کمی ___ است. (The taste of this fruit is a little ___.)
Many fruits naturally have a 'ملس' flavor, meaning they are both sweet and tart.
برای سالاد، یک سس با طعم ___ مناسب است. (For the salad, a sauce with a ___ taste is suitable.)
A 'ملس' dressing can add a pleasant balance to a salad.
Which of these foods is often described as ملس (malas)?
ترشی (pickles) often have a sweet and sour taste, fitting the description of ملس (malas).
If something tastes ملس (malas), it has a balance of which two flavors?
ملس (malas) specifically describes a balance of sweet and sour flavors.
Which sentence correctly uses the word ملس (malas)?
ملس (malas) describes a taste, so it's best used to describe food.
If a fruit is very sweet, you can describe it as ملس (malas).
No, ملس (malas) implies both sweet AND sour. A very sweet fruit would just be شیرین (shirin).
A dish that is too sour and has no sweetness can be called ملس (malas).
No, ملس (malas) requires a balance of both sweet and sour, not just sour.
Pomegranate paste, which is often both sweet and tangy, can be described as ملس (malas).
Yes, pomegranate paste often has that balanced sweet and sour flavor profile, making ملس (malas) an appropriate description.
Imagine you tried a new Persian dish. Describe its taste using at least two adjectives, one of which should be 'ملس' (sweet and sour).
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Sample answer
من یک غذای جدید ایرانی امتحان کردم. طعم آن ملس و خوشمزه بود. (I tried a new Iranian dish. Its taste was sweet and sour and delicious.)
Write a short sentence in Persian describing a fruit that has a 'ملس' (sweet and sour) taste.
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این آلو ملس است. (This plum is sweet and sour.)
Your friend asks you to describe a drink you like that is 'ملس' (sweet and sour). What would you say in Persian?
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من آب آلبالو دوست دارم، چون ملس است. (I like sour cherry juice, because it's sweet and sour.)
چه کلمهای طعم آش را توصیف میکند؟ (What word describes the taste of the soup?)
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من امروز آش رشته خوردم. طعم آن خیلی خوب بود. کمی شور و کمی ترش بود، اما در کل ملس بود. (Today I ate Ash Reshteh. Its taste was very good. It was a little salty and a little sour, but overall it was sweet and sour.)
چه کلمهای طعم آش را توصیف میکند؟ (What word describes the taste of the soup?)
The passage states that the soup was 'کمی شور و کمی ترش، اما در کل ملس بود' (a little salty and a little sour, but overall sweet and sour).
The passage states that the soup was 'کمی شور و کمی ترش، اما در کل ملس بود' (a little salty and a little sour, but overall sweet and sour).
طعم کیک چگونه است؟ (How is the taste of the cake?)
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خواهرم یک کیک پخته است. طعم آن عالی است! شیرین نیست و خیلی ترش هم نیست، فقط ملس است. (My sister baked a cake. Its taste is great! It's not sweet and not too sour, just sweet and sour.)
طعم کیک چگونه است؟ (How is the taste of the cake?)
The passage says 'شیرین نیست و خیلی ترش هم نیست، فقط ملس است', which means it's sweet and sour.
The passage says 'شیرین نیست و خیلی ترش هم نیست، فقط ملس است', which means it's sweet and sour.
برای اینکه سالاد شیرازی ملس شود، پدر چه چیزی اضافه میکند؟ (To make Shirazi salad sweet and sour, what does father add?)
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پدرم همیشه سالاد شیرازی را ملس درست میکند. او کمی آبلیمو و کمی شکر اضافه میکند. (My father always makes Shirazi salad sweet and sour. He adds a little lemon juice and a little sugar.)
برای اینکه سالاد شیرازی ملس شود، پدر چه چیزی اضافه میکند؟ (To make Shirazi salad sweet and sour, what does father add?)
The passage states 'او کمی آبلیمو و کمی شکر اضافه میکند' (He adds a little lemon juice and a little sugar) to make it sweet and sour.
The passage states 'او کمی آبلیمو و کمی شکر اضافه میکند' (He adds a little lemon juice and a little sugar) to make it sweet and sour.
This soup is delicious.
I like coffee.
The water is cold.
این سس ترش و شیرین واقعا طعم ___ دارد.
The sentence describes a sweet and sour sauce, so 'ملس' (sweet and sour) is the best fit.
بعضی سالادها برای من باید کمی ___ باشند تا خوشایند باشند.
To be pleasant, a salad could have a 'ملس' (sweet and sour) taste.
این میوه عجیب طعم ___ دارد، هم ترش و هم شیرین.
The phrase 'هم ترش و هم شیرین' (both sour and sweet) directly indicates that the fruit has a 'ملس' (sweet and sour) taste.
آیا شما هم مزه ی خورشت ___ را دوست دارید؟
Many Persian stews, especially those with fruit, are known for having a 'ملس' (sweet and sour) flavor.
با این لیمو و شکر میتوانیم یک نوشیدنی ___ درست کنیم.
Combining lemon (sour) and sugar (sweet) creates a 'ملس' (sweet and sour) drink.
او همیشه رب انار ___ را برای غذاهایش انتخاب میکند.
Pomegranate paste (رب انار) often has a 'ملس' (sweet and sour) taste, which is a popular preference for cooking.
Which of these foods is often described as ملس (malas)?
Ālbālu polo often has a balance of sweet and sour flavors, making 'malas' a fitting description.
If something tastes ملس (malas), what does that mean?
ملس specifically refers to a balanced combination of sweet and sour.
Which English phrase best describes ملس (malas)?
The direct English translation for ملس is 'sweet and sour'.
You can describe a very sweet cake as ملس (malas).
ملس requires both sweet and sour flavors to be present and balanced, not just very sweet.
A dish that is purely sour can be called ملس (malas).
ملس implies a balance of both sweet and sour, not just sour.
Tasting something ملس (malas) means it has a pleasant mixed flavor.
The term ملس is used to describe a pleasant balance of sweet and sour flavors.
The pomegranate paste is mels.
Sour plum is very tasty (mels).
This stew has a mels flavor.
Read this aloud:
آیا شما طعم ملس دوست دارید؟
Focus: malas, doost daareed
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Read this aloud:
غذاهای ملس در آشپزی ایرانی رایج هستند.
Focus: ghazaahaaye malas, raayej hastand
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به نظر من این سس ملس است.
Focus: be nazar-e man, in sos malas ast
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Imagine you're describing your favorite Persian dish to a friend. How would you use 'ملس' (melas) to talk about its flavor profile? Write 2-3 sentences.
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Sample answer
من عاشق خورش آلو هستم. این غذا یک طعم ملس دارد که واقعا خوشمزه است. ترکیب شیرینی آلو و ترشی آن فوقالعاده است.
Your friend asks you to describe a 'melas' taste. Explain it to them in Persian in one sentence, using 'ملس'.
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طعم ملس ترکیبی از شیرینی و ترشی است که با هم تعادل دارند.
You are at a fruit stand. You want to ask the vendor if the plums (آلو) are 'ملس'. What would you say in Persian?
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آیا این آلوها ملس هستند؟
What kind of taste did the person find in the new juice?
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من به تازگی یک آبمیوه جدید امتحان کردم. طعم آن نه خیلی شیرین بود و نه خیلی ترش. واقعا ملس بود و من از آن خیلی خوشم آمد. دوست دارم دوباره آن را بنوشم.
What kind of taste did the person find in the new juice?
The passage states 'واقعا ملس بود' which means 'it was really sweet and sour'.
The passage states 'واقعا ملس بود' which means 'it was really sweet and sour'.
Why do many people like sour cherry jam (مربای آلبالو) that is 'melas'?
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مربای آلبالو را اغلب با طعم ملس درست میکنند. این نوع مربا هم شیرینی آلبالو را دارد و هم کمی ترشی آن را حفظ میکند. به همین دلیل بسیاری از مردم آن را دوست دارند.
Why do many people like sour cherry jam (مربای آلبالو) that is 'melas'?
The passage explains that 'این نوع مربا هم شیرینی آلبالو را دارد و هم کمی ترشی آن را حفظ میکند', meaning it has both sweetness and a bit of sourness, which is the definition of 'melas'.
The passage explains that 'این نوع مربا هم شیرینی آلبالو را دارد و هم کمی ترشی آن را حفظ میکند', meaning it has both sweetness and a bit of sourness, which is the definition of 'melas'.
What kind of 'ash' (a thick soup) does the friend usually like, and how was the taste of the 'ash' that was cooked?
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دوستم برای ناهار آش رشته پخته بود. من معمولا آش ترش دوست دارم، اما این آش یک طعم ملس داشت که برای من خیلی خوشایند بود. ترکیب نخود و لوبیا با این طعم عالی بود.
What kind of 'ash' (a thick soup) does the friend usually like, and how was the taste of the 'ash' that was cooked?
The passage says 'من معمولا آش ترش دوست دارم' (I usually like sour ash) and then 'این آش یک طعم ملس داشت' (this ash had a sweet and sour taste).
The passage says 'من معمولا آش ترش دوست دارم' (I usually like sour ash) and then 'این آش یک طعم ملس داشت' (this ash had a sweet and sour taste).
This sentence means 'This sauce is sweet and sour.'
This sentence means 'I like the sweet and sour taste.'
This sentence means 'Many sweet and sour things are delicious.'
این سس با طعم ___، هم شیرین است و هم کمی ترش.
واژه 'ملس' به معنای ترکیبی از شیرینی و ترشی است که به خوبی طعم این سس را توصیف میکند. (The word 'melas' means a combination of sweetness and sourness, which perfectly describes the taste of this sauce.)
میوههای این فصل اغلب طعمی ___ دارند که برای دسر عالی است.
بسیاری از میوهها طعم 'ملس' (شیرین و ترش) دارند که در دسرها بسیار دلپذیر است. (Many fruits have a 'melas' (sweet and sour) taste that is very pleasant in desserts.)
غذاهای آسیایی اغلب از ترکیب طعمهای شیرین، شور و ___ استفاده میکنند.
در آشپزی آسیایی، طعم 'ملس' (شیرین و ترش) یکی از طعمهای پرطرفدار است که در بسیاری از غذاها به کار میرود. (In Asian cuisine, the 'melas' (sweet and sour) taste is one of the popular flavors used in many dishes.)
او همیشه چای خود را با لیموی تازه مینوشد تا طعمی ___ پیدا کند.
اضافه کردن لیمو به چای باعث میشود که چای طعمی 'ملس' (شیرین و ترش) داشته باشد. (Adding lemon to tea makes the tea have a 'melas' (sweet and sour) taste.)
مربای آلبالو، با آن طعم شیرین و کمی ترش، واقعاً ___ است.
مربای آلبالو به دلیل ترکیبی از شیرینی و ترشی، طعمی 'ملس' دارد. (Cherry jam has a 'melas' taste due to its combination of sweetness and sourness.)
این نوشیدنی سنتی با میوههای جنگلی تهیه میشود و طعم ___ دلپذیری دارد.
نوشیدنیهای تهیه شده از میوههای جنگلی اغلب طعمی 'ملس' (شیرین و ترش) دارند که بسیار گوارا است. (Drinks made from forest fruits often have a pleasant 'melas' (sweet and sour) taste.)
Which of these dishes is most likely to be described as 'ملس' (malas)?
'ملس' specifically refers to a balanced sweet and sour taste, often found in dishes like certain Persian stews that use ingredients like pomegranate paste.
In which scenario would you appropriately use the word 'ملس'?
'ملس' is used to describe something that has a pleasant combination of sweet and sour flavors.
Which of the following phrases best conveys the meaning of 'ملس' when describing food?
'ملس' directly translates to 'sweet and sour' in a balanced way, meaning a sweetness that is complemented by a touch of sourness.
If a dish is described as 'ملس', it means it is overpoweringly sour.
No, 'ملس' implies a balance between sweet and sour, not an overpowering sourness.
The word 'ملس' can be used to describe a flavor profile in both food and drinks.
Yes, 'ملس' can describe any food or drink that has a balanced sweet and sour taste.
A dish that is 'ملس' must always contain fruit.
While many 'ملس' dishes use fruits (like pomegranate), the term describes the flavor profile, which can be achieved through other ingredients too, such as specific spices or vinegars, in a balanced way with sweet elements.
The pomegranate soup has a pleasant sweet and sour taste.
Plum paste is sweet and sour and great for tart dishes.
Quince jam, if it has a little less sugar, becomes sweet and sour.
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این خورشت ملس است. آیا دوست دارید؟
Focus: ملس (malas)
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به نظر شما، چه میوههایی طعم ملس دارند؟
Focus: میوههایی (mive-ha-yi)
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من همیشه غذاهای ملس را به غذاهای فقط شیرین ترجیح میدهم.
Focus: ترجیح میدهم (tarjih midaham)
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The correct order to form the sentence 'This food has a sweet and sour taste' is 'این غذا طعم ملس دارد'.
The correct order to form the sentence 'Malas is sweet and sour' is 'ملس ترش و شیرین است'.
The correct order to form the sentence 'Plums are usually sweet and sour' is 'آلوچه ها معمولا ملس هستند'.
این سس انار طعمی ___ دارد؛ نه خیلی شیرین است و نه خیلی ترش.
The sentence describes a pomegranate sauce that is neither too sweet nor too sour, implying a 'sweet and sour' (ملس) taste.
بعد از یک روز طولانی، نوشیدن چای ___ با لیمو واقعاً آرامشبخش است.
Tea with lemon often has a sweet and sour taste, making 'melas' (ملس) a suitable description for its flavor profile.
خورش آلو با طعم ___ خود، یکی از محبوبترین غذاهای ایرانی است.
Khoresh Aloo (plum stew) is known for its sweet and sour flavor, which is best described by 'melas' (ملس).
این مربای به، با شیرینی و ترشی متعادلش، واقعاً ___ است.
The sentence describes quince jam with a balanced sweetness and sourness, perfectly captured by 'melas' (ملس).
او همیشه ترجیح میدهد غذاهایی با طعم ___ بخورد، نه خیلی شیرین و نه خیلی ترش.
The preference for food that is neither too sweet nor too sour directly indicates a preference for 'melas' (sweet and sour) flavor.
چشیدن آبغوره ___ در تابستان، عطش را از بین میبرد.
While 'ترش' (sour) is also plausible for verjuice, 'ملس' (sweet and sour) implies a more palatable and balanced flavor often preferred in beverages, especially if it's not overwhelmingly sour.
Which of these dishes is most likely to be described as ملس (malas)?
Fesenjan often has a balance of sweet and sour flavors from pomegranate paste and sometimes sugar.
If someone says a fruit tastes ملس (malas), what do they mean?
ملس (malas) specifically describes a balanced sweet and sour taste.
Which English phrase best captures the essence of ملس (malas)?
Tangy implies a pleasant sourness, which, when combined with sweet, perfectly describes ملس (malas).
You could describe a very sugary cake as ملس (malas).
ملس (malas) requires both sweet and sour notes. A very sugary cake would only be sweet.
A dish that is too sour without any sweetness can be called ملس (malas).
For a dish to be ملس (malas), it must have a balance of both sweet and sour flavors, not just sourness.
The term ملس (malas) is commonly used to describe certain Persian stews that incorporate fruits or fruit pastes.
Many Persian stews, especially those with ingredients like pomegranate or plums, are known for their sweet and sour profile, fitting the description of ملس (malas).
The sweet and sour pomegranate paste makes Fesenjan stew taste extraordinary.
Some people like eggplant pickle to be sweet and sour.
Sweet lemon is tastier when it's a bit sweet and sour.
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آیا تا به حال خورشتی با طعم ملس امتحان کردهاید؟
Focus: طعم ملس
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برای شما چه نوع چایی ملس است؟
Focus: چایی ملس
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به نظر شما، چه میوههایی طعم ملس دارند؟
Focus: میوههایی طعم ملس
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The sentence describes how a 'malas' (sweet and sour) sauce pairs excellently with Asian dishes. The order follows the typical Persian sentence structure: subject (این سس ملس), prepositional phrase (با غذاهای آسیایی), and predicate (عالی است).
This sentence means 'The sweet and sour taste of pomegranate is fully felt in its paste.' The order begins with the subject 'طعم ملس انار' (the sweet and sour taste of pomegranate), followed by the location 'در رب آن' (in its paste), and then the verb phrase 'کاملاً احساس میشود' (is fully felt).
This sentence translates to 'He/She always prefers his/her mother's sweet and sour pickle.' The structure starts with the subject (او), followed by an adverb of frequency (همیشه), the object (ترشی ملس مادرش را), and finally the verb (ترجیح میدهد).
طعم این آش رشته همیشه ملس است، اما امروز کمی شورتر از حد معمول به نظر میرسد، گویی تعادل ___ را از دست داده است.
The word 'ملسی' (melasi) is the noun form of 'ملس' (melas) and refers to the balanced sweet and sour taste itself, which is what the sentence implies has been lost.
هنر آشپزی او در ایجاد طعمهای پیچیده و در عین حال متعادل است؛ حتی سالاد شیرازیاش هم به گونهای ___ بود که هر دو حس شیرینی و ترشی را به وضوح القا میکرد.
The context describes a balanced sweet and sour taste, which is precisely what 'ملس' (melas) means. The other options refer to different flavor profiles.
این ترشی به طرز شگفتانگیزی ___ است؛ نه آنقدر شیرین که دل بزند و نه آنقدر ترش که اذیت کند، بلکه ترکیبی دلنشین از هر دو.
The description 'نه آنقدر شیرین ... و نه آنقدر ترش ... بلکه ترکیبی دلنشین از هر دو' perfectly defines 'ملس' (melas).
او در تمام غذاهایش به دنبال آن نقطه تعادل است؛ حتی در پخت خورشت فسنجان هم، تلاش میکند طعمی کاملاً ___ ایجاد کند تا هم شیرینی گردو و هم ترشی رب انار به خوبی حس شود.
The sentence explicitly mentions balancing the sweetness of walnuts and the sourness of pomegranate paste, which leads to a 'ملس' (melas) taste.
برخی از خوراکیها، مانند آلوچه، به دلیل ماهیت طبیعی خود دارای طعمی ___ هستند که آن را برای بسیاری جذاب میکند.
Aloocha (plum) is known for its naturally balanced sweet and sour taste, making 'ملس' (melas) the correct descriptor.
در تهیه سس انار برای کباب، راز اصلی رسیدن به یک طعم ___ است، جایی که تندی انار با شیرینی کمی ترکیب شود تا طعمی عمیق و لذیذ به کباب ببخشد.
Combining the tartness (تندی) of pomegranate with a bit of sweetness (شیرینی) results in a 'ملس' (melas) flavor, enhancing the kebab.
Which of the following dishes is most likely to be described as 'ملس' (melas)?
The word 'ملس' (melas) specifically refers to a taste that is both sweet and sour in a balanced way, common in certain Persian dishes.
If someone describes a flavor as 'ملس', what combination of tastes are they appreciating?
'ملس' (melas) is the Persian term for a harmonious sweet and sour flavor profile.
In a culinary context, what does the adjective 'ملس' imply about a dish?
'ملس' (melas) denotes a balanced and enjoyable sweet-sour taste, indicating culinary sophistication.
A fruit juice that is only sweet, with no sour notes, can be accurately described as 'ملس'.
'ملس' (melas) requires both sweet and sour components to be present and balanced. Purely sweet would not fit the description.
If a dish is 'ملس', it means it has a distinctively spicy flavor.
'ملس' (melas) refers to a sweet and sour balance, not a spicy flavor. Spice is a separate taste attribute.
The term 'ملس' can be used to describe a food item that successfully combines both sugary and acidic tastes.
This statement perfectly captures the essence of 'ملس' (melas), which signifies a balanced blend of sweetness (sugary) and sourness (acidic).
The speaker is describing a pomegranate soup from Northern Iran. Focus on the taste.
This sentence is about plum paste. What kind of taste does it have?
The sentence discusses a stew. The speaker is emphasizing a particular taste profile.
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میتوانید یک غذای ملس مثال بزنید؟
Focus: ملس
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چه میوههایی طعم ملس دارند؟
Focus: ملس
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آیا شما غذاهای ملس را دوست دارید؟ چرا؟
Focus: ملس
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Imagine you're describing a new fusion dish to a friend. How would you incorporate the taste of 'ملس' to make it sound appealing and unique?
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Sample answer
من یک غذای فیوژن جدید درست کردهام که طعمی واقعاً ترکیبی دارد. فکر میکنم بهترین راه برای توصیف آن این است که بگویم یک طعم ملس دلپذیر دارد؛ شیرینی و ترشی آن کاملاً متعادل است. این طعم ملس، تجربه غذایی بینظیری را ایجاد میکند.
You are writing a review for a Persian restaurant. Describe a dish that successfully achieves a 'ملس' flavor profile, explaining why it's so enjoyable.
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در رستوران پرشین پلاس، خورش فسنجان یک شاهکار واقعی است. طعم آن به طرز شگفتانگیزی ملس است؛ شیرینی گردو و ترشی انار به قدری با هم ترکیب شدهاند که یک تعادل بینظیر ایجاد کردهاند. این طعم ملس باعث میشود هر لقمه به شدت لذتبخش باشد.
Reflect on a time you encountered a 'ملس' flavor in a non-food context (e.g., a mood, a piece of music, an experience). Describe it using the concept of 'ملس'.
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یک بار، شنیدن یک قطعه موسیقی سنتی ایرانی برای من تجربهای ملس بود. ملودی آن همزمان هم اندوهگین و هم امیدوارکننده بود؛ نوعی حس تلخ و شیرین. این تضاد، آن را به یک تجربه عمیق و به یاد ماندنی تبدیل کرد که میتوانم آن را با طعم ملس مقایسه کنم.
چه چیزی به هوای شمال ایران طعمی 'ملس' میبخشد؟
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او در وصف طبیعت شمال ایران میگفت که هوای آنجا همواره طراوتی ملس دارد؛ نه گرمای تابستان و نه سرمای زمستان به تنهایی، بلکه ترکیبی دلنشین از هر دو که روح را نوازش میدهد. این طعم ملس طبیعت، همیشه او را به یاد دوران کودکیاش میانداخت.
چه چیزی به هوای شمال ایران طعمی 'ملس' میبخشد؟
متن بیان میکند که هوای شمال طراوتی ملس دارد که ناشی از ترکیبی دلنشین از گرمای تابستان و سرمای زمستان است.
متن بیان میکند که هوای شمال طراوتی ملس دارد که ناشی از ترکیبی دلنشین از گرمای تابستان و سرمای زمستان است.
منظور از 'روایت ملس' در این فیلم چیست؟
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داستان فیلم، روایتی ملس از عشق و جدایی بود. شخصیتها با وجود تمام سختیها، لحظات شیرینی را نیز تجربه میکردند که این تضاد، عمق ویژهای به قصه میبخشید. این 'ملس بودن' داستان، تماشاگر را به فکر فرو میبرد و تأثیر عمیقی بر او میگذاشت.
منظور از 'روایت ملس' در این فیلم چیست؟
متن اشاره میکند که داستان ملس است زیرا شخصیتها هم سختی و هم لحظات شیرین را تجربه میکنند که این تضاد، عمق به قصه میدهد.
متن اشاره میکند که داستان ملس است زیرا شخصیتها هم سختی و هم لحظات شیرین را تجربه میکنند که این تضاد، عمق به قصه میدهد.
چرا نویسنده تجربیات زندگی را 'ملس' توصیف میکند؟
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او همواره از تجربیات زندگیاش به عنوان درسهایی 'ملس' یاد میکرد. شکستها، هرچند دردناک بودند، اما درسهایی ارزشمند به او آموختند که در نهایت منجر به موفقیتهای بزرگتری شدند. این دیدگاه ملس به زندگی، او را قویتر کرده بود.
چرا نویسنده تجربیات زندگی را 'ملس' توصیف میکند؟
متن توضیح میدهد که شکستها با وجود دردناک بودن، درسهای ارزشمندی داشتند که به موفقیتهای بزرگتر انجامیدند، از این رو تجربیات ملس نامیده میشوند.
متن توضیح میدهد که شکستها با وجود دردناک بودن، درسهای ارزشمندی داشتند که به موفقیتهای بزرگتر انجامیدند، از این رو تجربیات ملس نامیده میشوند.
This sentence speaks to the intricate and often mixed (sweet and sour) nature of international negotiations.
This sentence refers to political compromise, where decisions made with power can have a bittersweet (malas) outcome.
This sentence alludes to the idea that life after a significant success might carry a bittersweet (malas) or complex taste, suggesting mixed feelings or unexpected challenges.
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Summary
Malas describes a perfectly balanced sweet and sour taste, common in Persian cuisine and food descriptions.
- B1
- taste
- food
Understanding 'Malas'
'Malas' is an adjective used to describe a flavor profile that is both sweet and sour, perfectly balanced. Think of a pomegranate or some types of plums.
Common Usage of 'Malas'
You'll often hear 'malas' used when talking about fruits, especially those that have a pleasant tartness alongside their sweetness. It's also used for dishes.
Pronunciation Practice
The pronunciation is 'mah-las'. The 'a' sounds are like the 'a' in 'father'. Practice saying it aloud until it feels natural.
Don't Confuse with 'Shirīn'
Don't confuse 'malas' with 'shirīn' (شیرین), which simply means 'sweet'. 'Malas' specifically implies the sweet and sour combination.
예시
رب انار طعم ملس دارد.
관련 콘텐츠
cooking 관련 단어
عطشان
B2Thirsty, needing to drink.
آب دادن
B1To water or add water.
آب گرفتن
B1To extract juice or liquid from fruits or vegetables.
آب کردن
B1To melt, to turn from solid to liquid by heat.
آبدار
B1Juicy, full of juice.
آبگون
B2Watery or fluid, resembling water.
آبکش کردن
B1To drain with a colander, to remove liquid from food.
آبکشیدن
B1To rinse food under running water or drain it.
آبکی
B1Watery or diluted, lacking substance.
آبکی کردن
B1To make watery or dilute.
