珍味
Meanings
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delicacy; rare treat
Refers to an unusual, often expensive food item considered a special treat. Can be used for exotic local specialties or gourmet rarities.
Please be sure to try the local delicacies of this region.
His hobby is collecting rare delicacies from around the world.
Usage patterns
- 珍味を味わうto savor a delicacy
I savored a local delicacy while traveling.
- 珍味として知られるto be known as a delicacy
This mushroom is known as a high-end delicacy.
- 珍味に挑戦するto try an unusual delicacy (as a culinary adventure)
He likes trying exotic delicacies when abroad.
Expressions
- 山海の珍味delicacies from land and sea; sumptuous feast