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Did you smell that

🇬🇧 UK //dɪd jʊ smɛl ðæt// 🇺🇸 US //dɪd jʊ smɛl ðæt//

Meaning of Did you smell that

A phrase asking if someone has noticed a particular scent.

In simple words: A question asking if someone noticed an odor.

Did you smell that in a sentence

• Did you smell that delicious aroma coming from the bakery?
• As we walked past the garden, I said, 'Did you smell that?'
• In the movie, the detective asked, 'Did you smell that gas leak?'
• During the barbecue, someone exclaimed, 'Did you smell that smoky flavor?'
• While hiking, I wondered, 'Did you smell that fresh pine?'

How to use Did you smell that

Commonly used in casual conversations. Avoid in formal contexts. Suitable for everyday discussions about scents.

Grammar pattern

standalone greeting

Memory hint

Think of an imaginary dog asking, 'Did you smell that dog food?'

Related words

Collocations with Did you smell that

• smell something
• detect a smell
• notice a smell

Synonyms for Did you smell that

• Have you detected that?
• Did you notice that smell?
• Can you sense that odor?

Common mistakes with Did you smell that

• Using 'smell' as a noun incorrectly, e.g., saying 'Did you get a smell?'
• Ignoring context; it should relate to specific odors.
• Using it in formal settings where precise language is expected.

Frequently asked questions about Did you smell that

What does Did you smell that mean?

A question asking if someone noticed an odor.

What is the definition of Did you smell that?

A phrase asking if someone has noticed a particular scent.

How do you use Did you smell that in a sentence?

Did you smell that delicious aroma coming from the bakery?

Can you give another example of Did you smell that?

As we walked past the garden, I said, 'Did you smell that?'

What are synonyms for Did you smell that?

Common alternatives include Have you detected that?, Did you notice that smell?, Can you sense that odor?.

What words go with Did you smell that?

It commonly pairs with smell something, detect a smell, notice a smell.

What are common mistakes when using Did you smell that?

Using 'smell' as a noun incorrectly, e.g., saying 'Did you get a smell?' Ignoring context; it should relate to specific odors. Using it in formal settings where precise language is expected.

How do you pronounce Did you smell that?

US: //dɪd jʊ smɛl ðæt//, UK: //dɪd jʊ smɛl ðæt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Did you smell that?

Commonly used in casual conversations. Avoid in formal contexts. Suitable for everyday discussions about scents.