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Definition
Fragrant and sweet-smelling, often describing the scent of flowers.
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How it's used
Literary and elegant in tone, this word is rarely used in casual daily speech to describe common smells. It is primarily reserved for describing the delicate, pleasant aroma of flowers or high-quality tea. Using it for everyday scents like food or perfume can sound overly poetic or unnatural.
Examples
The scent in this garden is very fragrant.
Can you smell that sweet floral fragrance?
Related words
Common phrases
fragrance assailing the nostrils
sweet floral scent
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe strong or artificial smells, as it specifically implies a natural, refined fragrance. For general pleasant smells, use 香 instead.
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Grammar guides
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