tanged
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /tæŋd/
KK: /tæŋd/
adjective
Definition
Having a sharp taste or smell that is often strong and distinctive.
Example
The dish had a tanged flavor that made it unforgettable.
Comparatives & Superlatives
Comparative: more tanged
Superlative: most tanged
Conversation
Have you tried that new cheese at the market?
No, I haven't. What's it like?
It's really unique; it has a tanged flavor that I love!
Sounds interesting! I might give it a try this weekend.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
sharp
zesty
piquant
Antonyms
bland
dull
tasteless
verb
Definition
To have a sharp, pungent taste or smell, often used to describe food or drink.
Example
The dish was tanged with spices that made it very flavorful.
Tense Forms
Past: tanged
Past Participle: tanged
Conversation
Did you see how my headphones got tanged in my bag?
Yeah, I noticed that! It looked like a big mess.
I couldn't believe how long it took to untangle them.
Root Explanation
The word 'tanged' originates from the Old English 'tang', meaning a fork or prong, and the suffix '-ed', which indicates a past participle. Thus, 'tanged' refers to something that has been forked or has prongs.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'fork' ('tang') that has been 'made' ('-ed') into something with prongs — that's why 'tanged' describes something that has forked ends.
Visually Confused Words
tinged
tanned
tanked
tagged
staged
ranged
fanged
angled