What is the Spanish word for "sour"?

Learn how to say "sour" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

sour

Spanish

agrio

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Alternative translations of "sour"

ácido
agrio
amargo

Examples of how to use "sour" in Spanish

English
This lemon has a very sour taste.
Spanish
Este limón tiene un sabor muy ácido.
English
The lemon tasted sour but refreshing.
Spanish
El limón sabía agrio pero refrescante.
English
Her mood turned sour after the news.
Spanish
Su humor se volvió amargo después de la noticia.
English
This milk smells sour; do not drink it.
Spanish
Esta leche huele agria; no la bebas.
English
He made a sour face at the soup.
Spanish
Puso una cara de disgusto ante la sopa.

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