A2 1K

Smell

🇬🇧 UK /["/smel/","/smelz/","/smeld/","/smelt/","/ˈsmelɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/smel/","/smelz/","/smeld/","/smelt/","/ˈsmelɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Smell

to have a particular smell

In simple words: To sense something by the nose.

Smell in a sentence

• I love the smell of fresh coffee in the morning.
• Can you smell the flowers in the garden?
• The smell of the sea reminds me of my childhood.
• He tried to smell the perfume, but it was too strong.
• There was a strange smell coming from the garbage.
• Some animals use smell to find food.
• She could smell the smoke from the fire a mile away.
• In nature, smell can help animals communicate.

How to use Smell

Used when describing a scent or fragrance. It's appropriate in both casual and formal contexts, but may be less common in very scientific discussions.

Grammar pattern

smell + object

Memory hint

Think of a 'smell' as the image of a flower’s scent wafting through the air.

Related words

Collocations with Smell

• strongly
• faintly
• slightly
• like
• of
• almost
• practically
• can
• almost
• practically
• can

Synonyms for Smell

• sniff

Opposites of Smell

• taste
• sight
• sound

Common mistakes with Smell

• Confusing 'smell' as a noun and verb; remember 'I smell flowers' vs 'The smell of flowers is nice.'
• Omitting the object, like saying 'I smell' without specifying what.
• Using 'smell' inappropriately with non-sensory descriptions, such as 'I smell to be happy.'

Frequently asked questions about Smell

What does Smell mean?

To sense something by the nose.

What is the definition of Smell?

to have a particular smell

How do you use Smell in a sentence?

I love the smell of fresh coffee in the morning.

Can you give another example of Smell?

Can you smell the flowers in the garden?

What are synonyms for Smell?

Common alternatives include sniff.

What is the opposite of Smell?

Opposite meanings include taste, sight, sound.

What words go with Smell?

It commonly pairs with strongly, faintly, slightly, like, of, almost, practically, can, almost, practically, can.

What are common mistakes when using Smell?

Confusing 'smell' as a noun and verb; remember 'I smell flowers' vs 'The smell of flowers is nice.' Omitting the object, like saying 'I smell' without specifying what. Using 'smell' inappropriately with non-sensory descriptions, such as 'I smell to be happy.'

How do you pronounce Smell?

US: /["/smel/","/smelz/","/smeld/","/smelt/","/ˈsmelɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/smel/","/smelz/","/smeld/","/smelt/","/ˈsmelɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Smell?

Used when describing a scent or fragrance. It's appropriate in both casual and formal contexts, but may be less common in very scientific discussions.

What CEFR level is Smell?

"Smell" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.