B2 adjective Neutre

aroma

/əˈroʊ.mə/

A distinctive, typically pleasant smell that is often associated with food, drinks, or plants. It implies a fragrance that is appetizing or refreshing rather than just a neutral odor.

Exemples

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The aroma of freshly ground coffee beans filled the entire kitchen.

The pleasant smell of freshly ground coffee beans filled the entire kitchen.

2

The sommelier invited the guests to appreciate the complex aroma of the vintage Bordeaux.

The wine expert invited the guests to appreciate the complex scent of the old wine.

3

I just love the aroma of your homemade cookies!

I just love the smell of your homemade cookies!

Famille de mots

Nom
aroma
Verb
aromatize
Adverbe
aromatically
Adjectif
aromatic
Apparenté
aromatherapy
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Astuce mémo

Think of 'Rome'—imagine the 'aroma' of fresh Italian pizza while walking through the streets of Rome.

Quiz rapide

The _______ of blooming jasmine in the garden was absolutely intoxicating.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : aroma

Exemples

1

The aroma of freshly ground coffee beans filled the entire kitchen.

everyday

The pleasant smell of freshly ground coffee beans filled the entire kitchen.

2

The sommelier invited the guests to appreciate the complex aroma of the vintage Bordeaux.

formal

The wine expert invited the guests to appreciate the complex scent of the old wine.

3

I just love the aroma of your homemade cookies!

informal

I just love the smell of your homemade cookies!

4

Research indicates that the aroma of lavender can significantly reduce cortisol levels in patients.

academic

Research shows that the scent of lavender can greatly lower stress hormones in patients.

5

The company specializes in synthetic aroma compounds for the perfume and beverage industries.

business

The company specializes in artificial scent compounds for perfume and drink businesses.

Famille de mots

Nom
aroma
Verb
aromatize
Adverbe
aromatically
Adjectif
aromatic
Apparenté
aromatherapy

Collocations courantes

rich aroma a deep and strong pleasant smell
pleasant aroma a nice smell
enticing aroma a smell that tempts or attracts someone
floral aroma a smell like flowers
pungent aroma a sharp or strong smell

Phrases Courantes

aroma of success

a figurative expression for the feeling or atmosphere surrounding achievement

heady aroma

a smell so strong it makes you feel slightly dizzy or intoxicated

distinctive aroma

a unique and recognizable smell

Souvent confondu avec

aroma vs odor

Odor is a neutral or negative term for a smell, while aroma is almost always positive.

aroma vs scent

Scent is more general and can apply to animals or subtle perfumes; aroma usually applies to food, spices, or plants.

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Notes d'usage

Aroma is specifically used to describe smells that are perceived as pleasant, especially those relating to spices, cooking, or nature. It is a more sophisticated word than 'smell'.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners sometimes use 'aroma' to describe a bad smell (like garbage), but they should use 'stench' or 'odor' instead.

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Astuce mémo

Think of 'Rome'—imagine the 'aroma' of fresh Italian pizza while walking through the streets of Rome.

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Origine du mot

Derived from the Greek word 'arōma', meaning 'spice' or 'fragrant herb'.

Modèles grammaticaux

Countable noun: aromas (plural) Often followed by the preposition 'of' Commonly modified by adjectives describing intensity (strong, subtle, delicate)
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Contexte culturel

In many Western cultures, the aroma of coffee or baked bread is used in real estate (open houses) to make a home feel more welcoming.

Quiz rapide

The _______ of blooming jasmine in the garden was absolutely intoxicating.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : aroma

Mots lis

example

A1

An example is a specific thing or person that shows what a group or a rule is like. It is used to help explain something more clearly so that others can understand it easily.

always

A1

This word describes something that happens at all times or on every occasion. It is a frequency adverb used to talk about habits, permanent truths, or repeated actions.

result

A1

A result is something that happens or exists because of something else that happened before. It is often used to describe the final score of a game, the grade on a test, or the outcome of a specific action.

reason

A1

A reason is a cause or explanation for why something happens or why someone does something. It is the information that answers the question 'Why?'.

research

A1

A detailed study of a subject, especially in order to discover (new) information or reach a (new) understanding. It involves gathering facts and data to test a theory or solve a problem.

girl

A1

A female child or a young female person from birth until she reaches adulthood. It is also commonly used to refer to a daughter or, in informal settings, to a young woman.

food

A1

Food refers to any substance consumed by living organisms to provide nutritional support for the body. It can be of plant, animal, or fungal origin and contains essential nutrients like carbohydrates, fats, and proteins.

moment

A1

A very short period of time or a specific point in time. It is often used to ask someone to wait briefly or to describe a significant event occurring right now.

himself

A1

A reflexive pronoun used as the object of a verb or preposition when the subject is a male person or animal previously mentioned. It is also used to emphasize that a specific man or boy did something personally or without help.

force

A1

Force is the physical strength or energy that is used to push or pull an object. It can also refer to an organized group of people, such as the police or a military group.

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