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UK//smɛl ɡʊd//US//smɛl ɡʊd//

Meaning of Smell good

To have a pleasant odor.

Smell good in a sentence

  • The flowers in the garden really smell good.
  • This candle smells so good when it's lit!
  • After cooking, the kitchen will smell good for hours.
  • Many essential oils smell good and are relaxing.

How to use Smell good

Use in casual conversations about food, perfume, or nature. Avoid in formal writing; instead, opt for 'has a pleasant aroma'.

Grammar pattern

smell good

Memory hint

Think of delicious cookies baking in the oven; they 'smell good'!

Related words

Collocations with Smell good

  • smell good in the morning
  • smell good after a shower
  • smell good at a party

Synonyms for Smell good

  • have a nice scent
  • be fragrant
  • smell nice

Common mistakes with Smell good

  • Using 'smells good' instead of 'smell good' in phrases.
  • Confusing it with 'good smell' which is less common.
  • 'Smell good' treated as a noun, but it should be used as a verb phrase.

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Frequently asked questions about Smell good

What does Smell good mean?

To have a pleasant odor.

How do you use Smell good in a sentence?

The flowers in the garden really smell good.

Can you give another example of Smell good?

This candle smells so good when it's lit!

What are synonyms for Smell good?

Common alternatives include have a nice scent, be fragrant, smell nice.

What words go with Smell good?

It commonly pairs with smell good in the morning, smell good after a shower, smell good at a party.

What are common mistakes when using Smell good?

Using 'smells good' instead of 'smell good' in phrases. Confusing it with 'good smell' which is less common. 'Smell good' treated as a noun, but it should be used as a verb phrase.

How do you pronounce Smell good?

US: //smɛl ɡʊd//, UK: //smɛl ɡʊd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Smell good?

Use in casual conversations about food, perfume, or nature. Avoid in formal writing; instead, opt for 'has a pleasant aroma'.