acide

acid

noun adjective ah-SEED Rare

Usage Note

Acide functions as both a noun (un acide, 'an acid') and an adjective ('acidic, tart'). In food contexts, un goût acide describes a sharp or sour taste. The related adjective acidulé means 'slightly sour' (e.g. bonbons acidulés, 'fizzy/sour sweets'). Acide aminé ('amino acid') is a key biochemistry term.

Examples

"Le vinaigre est un acide naturel."

Natural Translation

Vinegar is a natural acid.

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