gourmand

noun
UK: /ˈɡʊəmɒnd/
US: /ˈɡʊrmɑːnd/

  1. A person who enjoys eating and often eats too much.

    1. My brother is a real gourmand, he loves to eat.
    2. As a gourmand, she always knew the best restaurants in the city for fine dining.

  2. A person who is devoted to refined sensuous enjoyment, especially good food and drink.

    1. He is a gourmand and loves trying new dishes.
    2. The food critic, a true gourmand, appreciated the subtle nuances of the chef's innovative cuisine.

Synonyms

epicure foodie gastronome glutton
gourmand adjective

  1. Relating to or characteristic of a gourmand; indulgent in good food or drink.

    1. The meal was a gourmand delight, rich and satisfying.
    2. The gourmand flavors of the dish were enhanced by the carefully selected wine pairing.

  2. Having qualities that appeal to or satisfy the palate of a gourmand; rich and flavorful.

    1. We chose a gourmand dessert to end our meal.
    2. The chef specialized in creating gourmand experiences for discerning diners with complex preferences.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "gourmand" in English means: A person who enjoys eating and often eats too much., A person who is devoted to refined sensuous enjoyment, especially good food and drink..

The phonetic transcription of "gourmand" is /ˈɡʊəmɒnd/ in British English and /ˈɡʊrmɑːnd/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "gourmand": epicure, foodie, gastronome, glutton.

Example usage of "gourmand": "My brother is a real gourmand, he loves to eat.". More examples on the page.