Smell meaning in English

Learn how to use Smell correctly with Gymglish.
Test and improve your English. Start your free trial today.

TEST YOUR ENGLISH Free trial and no commitment to buy
4,6 on App Store, Play Store and Trustpilot
More than 7 million learners worldwide

Definition

to smell: to inhale an odor through the nose; to give off an odor verb
I can smell the sea from here.
The perfume smells good.
(this flower) smells like (chocolate): (this flower) has an aroma similar to, has an odor reminiscent of (chocolate) verb
(this room) smells of (coffee): the aroma of (coffee) can be detected in (this room) verb
smell: aroma, odor, scent; the ability to recognize odors noun

UK: I love the smell of flowers.
US: My English teacher smelled of fish!
  • "Why can't I smell?"
  • "The more I danced, the better my perfume smelt;"
  • "Oh, it smells... Wow!"
  • "Brian : It smells like a VW van!"
  • "What's that smell?"
  • "I quite like this smell."
  • "Sorry for the smell."
  • "It smells totally groovy, man."
  • "Felix : Well, if you like smells so much, you'll enjoy this!"

Still unsure of the best way to use 'Smell'? Improve your English thanks to our online English lessons. We offer a free test as well as a free level assessment!

What our users say:

Pleasure

         

I enjoy doing my online English lessons. Only ten minutes daily are enough...Thank you!

Innovative

         

I love your innovative method which allows me to learn a new language and have fun at the same time!

Unique

         

Your method is unique! Your courses have helped me to progress and gain confidence during my travels.

Progress

         

Gymglish has allowed me to improve my English. A daily routine I wouldn't miss for anything in the world!

More testimonials.

Test your English with Gymglish today and get a free level assessment

Absolutely free - no strings attached.

TEST YOUR ENGLISH