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气味

qì wèi

HSK 6

Meaning

  • odor; scent

Definition

嗅觉所感受到的、由物质散发出来的味道或气息。

Smell or odor perceived by the sense of smell, emitted by a substance.

Usage

指物体散发出的、能被嗅觉感知的某种特征，常用来描述具体的嗅觉感受，也可比喻某种氛围或迹象。

Refers to a characteristic emitted by an object that can be perceived by smell, often used to describe specific olfactory sensations, and can also metaphorically indicate an atmosphere or sign.

Examples

  • 1 这朵花的气味很清香。 (This flower has a very fragrant smell.)
  • 2 厨房里有一股烧焦的气味。 (There is a burnt smell in the kitchen.)
  • 3 她的衣服上有一股淡淡的香水气味。 (Her clothes have a faint scent of perfume.)
  • 4 房间里弥漫着潮湿的气味。 (The room is filled with a musty smell.)
  • 5 他说话时带着一股讽刺的气味。 (He speaks with a hint of sarcasm.)

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