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Smell of Meaning in English

expression

ˈsmɛɫ/ /ˈəv
SMEL-uv
smˈɛl/ /ˈɒv
sm-EL-ov

释义

To have a particular odor or scent, often followed by what the smell is like (e.g., 'smell of roses'). Can be pleasant or unpleasant.

用法与细微差别

'Smell of' is used for describing the odor something gives off. Used with nouns: 'smell of smoke,' 'smell of flowers.' Don't confuse with 'smell like' (used with an example or similarity). Can express both pleasant and unpleasant odors, depending on context.

例句

The kitchen smells of fresh bread.

basic

His clothes smell of smoke.

basic

This soup smells of garlic.

basic

That old book smells of history and dust.

natural

Her apartment always smells of fresh flowers.

natural

After the rain, the air smells of earth.

natural