This is the 4890th most frequent Japanese word.
甘辛い
Sweet and spicy or sweet and salty.
Describes the flavor profile of a sauce combining sweetness and spiciness.
このソースは甘辛い味で美味しいですね。
This sauce has a sweet and spicy taste, which is delicious.
Metaphorically describes someone's personality combining gentleness and sharpness.
彼の性格は甘辛いところがあると思います。
I think his personality has both soft and sharp qualities.
Uses '甘辛い' to express the contrast inherent in emotional or life situations.