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臭味
chòuwèi
Description
“臭味”是指不好闻的气味，比如垃圾或者坏掉的食物发出来的味道。
"臭味" refers to an unpleasant smell, such as the odor from garbage or spoiled food.
Meanings
臭味chòuwèi
a bad smell; stench; foul odor
厨房里有一股奇怪的臭味。
There is a strange bad smell in the kitchen.
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Notes
- Etymology
臭 (foul/smelly) + 味 (smell/taste), literally 'foul smell'.
- Nuance
neutral term for any unpleasant odor; contrast 香味 (pleasant smell).
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