Amoy (en. Smell)

/aˈmɔɪ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A sense that refers to our ability to obtain information from smells.

The smell of flowers is really pleasant.

Ang amoy ng bulaklak ay talagang kaaya-aya.

Characteristic of an object that constitutes its smell.

The smell of freshly baked bread is enticing.

Ang amoy ng bagong lutong tinapay ay nakakaakit.

Identification of an object through its smell.

I recognized him by his smell.

Nakilala ko siya sa kanyang amoy.

From the foreign word 'smell' which refers to the scent of something.

smell of something good

Indicates the kind of smell that is expected or liked.

amoy tsarkey

smell of nature

Smell from natural things like flowers or surroundings.

amoy ng kalikasan

scent

A specific smell, often used in perfumes.

scent

sense of smell

Ability of a person to feel smells.

pang-amoy

bad odor

I’m going home because the smell here is too bad!

Uuwi na ako kasi ang amoy dito, masyadong mabaho!

fragrance or scent

The smell of coffee here is so addictive!

Ang amoy ng kape dito, nakakahumaling!

smell or action

The smell of smoke in the street is annoying!

Ang amoy ng usok sa kalsada, nakakainis!

smells good, pleasing to the nose

Bae, you smell like my favorite perfume again!

Bae, amoy ka na naman ng paborito kong pabango!