der Geruch
Translation
smells, odors, scents, fragrances
Examples
Er folgt den seltsamen Gerüchen.
He follows the strange smells.
Das Haus war von süßen Gerüchen erfüllt.
The house was filled with sweet smells.
Grammar Patterns
the smell of sth. der Geruch von et3 The smell of coffee is wonderful.
a smell of/like sth. ein Geruch nach et3 There is a smell of smoke in the room.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Duft (scent), Aroma (aroma); Antonyms: Gestank (stench)
Etymology
Related to the verb 'riechen' (to smell). The prefix 'ge-' often forms collective nouns.
Memory Tips
If you know the verb 'riechen' (to smell), 'Geruch' is the noun form – the result of the action of smelling.