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UK//ðə kɑːr smɛld laɪk//US//ðə kɑr smɛld laɪk//

Meaning of The car smelled like

To have a fragrance or odor similar to something else.

In simple words: The scent or odor of the car was similar to something.

The car smelled like in a sentence

  • The car smelled like fresh leather.
  • After the rain, the car smelled like wet asphalt.
  • When I opened the door, the car smelled like old books.
  • The new car smelled like a combination of plastic and metal.
  • The car smelled like the ocean after a long drive by the coast.

How to use The car smelled like

Use this phrase to describe pleasant or unpleasant scents. It's common and suitable in casual and formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

smelled like + noun/phrase

Memory hint

Imagine a car filled with different scents like flowers or gasoline.

Related words

Collocations with The car smelled like

  • smelled like roses
  • smelled like smoke
  • smelled like vanilla

Synonyms for The car smelled like

  • resembled
  • was reminiscent of
  • reeked of

Common mistakes with The car smelled like

  • Incorrectly using 'smell' instead of 'smelled'
  • Forgetting to use 'like' after 'smelled'
  • Using it for non-olfactory experiences, such as emotions

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Frequently asked questions about The car smelled like

What does The car smelled like mean?

The scent or odor of the car was similar to something.

What is the definition of The car smelled like?

To have a fragrance or odor similar to something else.

How do you use The car smelled like in a sentence?

The car smelled like fresh leather.

Can you give another example of The car smelled like?

After the rain, the car smelled like wet asphalt.

What are synonyms for The car smelled like?

Common alternatives include resembled, was reminiscent of, reeked of.

What words go with The car smelled like?

It commonly pairs with smelled like roses, smelled like smoke, smelled like vanilla.

What are common mistakes when using The car smelled like?

Incorrectly using 'smell' instead of 'smelled' Forgetting to use 'like' after 'smelled' Using it for non-olfactory experiences, such as emotions

How do you pronounce The car smelled like?

US: //ðə kɑr smɛld laɪk//, UK: //ðə kɑːr smɛld laɪk//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use The car smelled like?

Use this phrase to describe pleasant or unpleasant scents. It's common and suitable in casual and formal contexts.