味

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 味 is read as あじ and means “taste” and “character”.
• Basic usage: It denotes the sweet taste of vegetables and the distinctive character of a handwritten sign.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• 甘い味 / 町らしい味
  • 甘い味 is literal flavor, while 町らしい味 figuratively means character or charm.