How Do You Spell SAVOUR?

Pronunciation: [sˈe͡ɪvə] (IPA)

The word "savour" is spelled with a "u" in British English and with an "o" in American English. The IPA phonetic transcription of this word is /ˈseɪ.vər/ for British English and /ˈseɪ.vɚ/ for American English. The pronunciation of the word is the same in both varieties, with the stress on the first syllable and a long "a" sound in the second syllable. The meaning of "savour" is to enjoy or appreciate something, usually food, with great pleasure and satisfaction.

SAVOUR Meaning and Definition

  1. Savour, also spelled as "savor" in American English, is a verb that refers to the act of enjoying or relishing a taste, smell, or flavor. It involves taking pleasure in the sensory experience of something, particularly in relation to food, drink, or other pleasant sensations.

    When applied to taste, savouring implies savoring the different flavors and textures of a dish, whether it is the complexity of spices or the combination of ingredients. It involves fully engaging the senses, paying close attention to the subtleties, and appreciating the overall sensation on the palate.

    Savour can also pertain to scent or aroma. It describes the action of deeply inhaling a fragrance, perceiving and enjoying its various notes, and taking time to appreciate the olfactory experience.

    Furthermore, savour can extend beyond gustatory and olfactory pleasures. It can include relishing or delighting in any enjoyable experience, such as basking in the beauty of nature or indulging in the soothing melodies of music.

    Overall, the concept of savour is about embracing and fully immersing oneself in the present moment, focusing on the senses, and deriving pleasure from the various stimuli encountered. It is a mindful appreciation of the richness and intricacies that life has to offer, particularly in terms of taste, smell, and other pleasurable experiences.

  2. • Taste; flavour; relish; that quality which renders anything valuable or agreeable; reputation.
    • To have a particular taste or smell; to have the appearance of.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for SAVOUR

Etymology of SAVOUR

The word "savour" originated from the Old French term "savour" meaning "to taste, savor" or "to enjoy, relish". This Old French term came from the Latin word "sapōrem", which means "taste" or "savor". Over time, the spelling of the word evolved from "savour" to the modern English spelling "savor".

Similar spelling words for SAVOUR

Plural form of SAVOUR is SAVOURS

Conjugate verb Savour

CONDITIONAL

I would savour
you would savour
he/she/it would savour
we would savour
they would savour
I would savor
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you would savor
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CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be savouring
you would be savouring
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have savour
you would have savour
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been savouring
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FUTURE

I will savour
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FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be savouring
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FUTURE PERFECT

I will have savoured
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FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been savouring
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IMPERATIVE

you savour
we let´s savour

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to savour

PAST

I savoured
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I savored
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PAST CONTINUOUS

I was savouring
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PAST PARTICIPLE

savoured

PAST PERFECT

I had savoured
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PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been savouring
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PRESENT

I savour
you savour
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we savour
they savour
I savor
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PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am savouring
you are savouring
he/she/it is savouring
we are savouring
they are savouring

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

savouring

PRESENT PERFECT

I have savoured
you have savoured
he/she/it has savoured
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I have savored
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PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been savouring
you have been savouring
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I am savoring
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you are savoring
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