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How to Say ‘Mmm. Smell that.’ in French

Mmm... vous sentez ce parfum.

mmm voo sahn-tay suh par-fum

[mmm voo sahn-tay suh par-fum]

💬 Usage Tip: This phrase is sensory and encourages shared experience.

🇫🇷 In France: Scent plays a big role in the French appreciation of their surroundings, particularly in culinary contexts.

Phrase Breakdown

Mmm...

mmm

Words in this phrase

Mmm

[mmm]

Mmm

A vocal sound expressing satisfaction or thoughtful silence.

Example

Mmm... ce café est parfait.

Mmm... this coffee is perfect.

Vous sentez ce parfum.

voo sahn-tay suh par-fum

Words in this phrase

vous

[voo]

you

Pronoun for addressing one or more people directly, formal singular or plural.

Example

Vous venez avec moi.

You are coming with me.

sentez

[sahn-tay]

smell

Identify or perceive the scent of something through the nose.

Example

Je sens le parfum.

I smell the perfume.

ce

[suh]

this

Used to indicate a specific object close to the speaker.

Example

Ce gâteau est délicieux.

This cake is delicious.

parfum

[par-fum]

perfume

A liquid mixture designed to smell good when applied.

Example

Son parfum est doux.

Her perfume is sweet.

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