- 不是味儿 bùshìwèir fishynot quite right, suspicious, or peculiar
- 是味儿 shìwèir at ease(of people) to feel comfortable, natural, or at ease
- 对味儿 duìwèir appealingto one's liking; matching one's temperament, style, or preferences
- 年味儿 niánwèi'er festival atmospherethe atmosphere or feelings associated with the traditional Chinese New Year celebrations.
- 跑味儿 pǎowèir lose flavorto lose its original flavor or scent