This is the 1828th most frequent Japanese word.
後味
The lingering taste or sensation left in the mouth after eating or drinking.
Here, '後味' is describing the impression left in the mouth after consuming the ice cream, denoting its lingering effect.
このアイスクリームは後味がすっきりしていて、とても美味しいです。
This ice cream has a refreshing aftertaste and is very delicious.
In this sentence, '後味' figuratively refers to the residual emotional or perceptual impression left by someone's words, showing its metaphorical usage.
彼の言葉には後味の悪さを感じることがある。
His words sometimes leave an unpleasant aftertaste.
Here, '後味' metaphorically describes the lingering impression or emotional impact left by the movie's ending.