also: えんみ · しおみ
noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
Refers to the taste of salt or the degree of saltiness in food. Can be used as a noun or adjectivally with の.
このスープは塩味が強すぎる。
This soup is too salty.
塩味の効いた料理が好き
I like dishes with a good salty taste.