“bitter” in Akha

Meaning in English

1. (noun) the property of having a harsh unpleasant taste 2. (noun) the taste experience when quinine or coffee is taken into the mouth 3. (noun) English term for a dry sharp-tasting ale with strong flavor of hops (usually on draft) 4. (verb) make bitter 5. (adverb) extremely and sharply 6. (adjective) proceeding from or exhibiting great hostility or animosity 7. (adjective) very difficult to accept or bear 8. (adjective) causing a sharply painful or stinging sensation; used especially of cold 9. (adjective) marked by strong resentment or cynicism 10. (adjective) expressive of severe grief or regret 11. (adjective) causing a sharp and acrid taste experience 12. (adjective) harsh or corrosive in tone

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