This is the 5395th most frequent Japanese word.
umami
Umami: A savory taste often described as "meaty" or "brothy," considered one of the five basic tastes alongside sweet, sour, salty, and bitter.
In this sentence, 'umami' is used to describe a flavor characteristic, indicating the soup has a rich, savory quality.
このスープはとても旨味が豊富です。
This soup is very rich in umami flavor.
Here, 'umami' refers to the culinary concept widely valued in Japanese cooking.
日本料理は旨味を重視しています。
Japanese cuisine places importance on umami.
In this case, 'umami' is considered as an element that can be added or enhanced by specific ingredients.