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Spanish word
olfativo
Pronunciation
IPA/olfaˈtiβo/
Meaning
- adjectiveolfactory
Example
La prueba olfativa fue sencilla.
The olfactory test was easy.
More examples
Tras un resfriado, la recuperación olfativa suele tardar semanas.
After a cold, olfactory recovery usually takes weeks.
Core concept
Properties relating to odors and the sense of smell.
Common phrases
pérdida olfativa
olfactory loss
recuperación olfativa
olfactory recovery
capacidad olfativa
olfactory capacity
Similar words
aromático: Has a pleasant, noticeable aroma, often found in food, herbs, or perfumes.
fragante: Gives off a clearly pleasant, often delicate fragrance.
oloroso: Has a strong, easily perceived odor.
Definition in Spanish
Que pertenece o está relacionado con el olfato; se aplica a estímulos, órganos o procesos sensoriales vinculados a los olores.
Word origin
Formed from the Latin root olfac- (olfacere 'to smell') plus the adjectival ending -ivo, so it describes properties connected with smelling.
Usage tips
- In Spanish the adjective normally follows the noun (prueba olfativa) and must match gender and number, and avoid calling a person 'olfativo' when Spanish would say 'buen/mal sentido del olfato'.
Related words
- olfatoolfactionnoun
- olfatorioolfactoryadjective
- olfatearsmellverb