cheiro
noun
In Brazilian Portuguese the noun "smell" is cheiro and the verb "to smell" is cheirar. A strong bad smell is fedor.
Meaning: smell (noun)
Ways to say it
| Portuguese | Note |
|---|---|
| cheiro | noun |
| Cheirar | verb |
| Fedor | bad smell |
A good smell is bom cheiro and a bad one is mau cheiro or cheiro ruim. To say something smells good, use Que cheiro bom!
Which one should you use?
The sense of smell is olfato. The verb cheirar also means to sniff something on purpose, while feder means to stink.
Did you know?
- Bolo de cenoura with chocolate topping is a classic Brazilian cake.
Examples in context
- Que cheiro bom!What a good smell!
- Esse queijo tem cheiro forte.This cheese has a strong smell.
- Eu gosto de cheirar flores.I like to smell flowers.
Example conversation
Dani walks into her aunt's kitchen in Goiânia. Tia Marta is the aunt.
- DaniQue cheiro bom, tia!What a good smell, aunt!
- Tia MartaÉ bolo de cenoura.It is carrot cake.
- DaniJá quero um pedaço.I already want a piece.
