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Smell Meaning in English

word

/ˈsmɛɫ/
smel
/smˈɛl/
smel

释义

To detect something using your nose, or the odor that something produces. It can be both a verb (to sense odors) or a noun (the odor itself).

用法与细微差别

'Smell' as a verb is neutral; as a noun, it can be positive or negative based on context ('nice smell', 'bad smell'). Often used in senses: 'smell good/bad', 'smell like (something)'. Do not confuse with 'sniff' (to inhale through nose repeatedly).

例句

I smell flowers in the garden.

basic

What is that smell in the kitchen?

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Some perfumes smell sweet.

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My shoes smell terrible after running.

natural

Can you smell the coffee? It’s fresh!

natural

There’s a weird smell in here—it might be the trash.

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