geuren

geuren

To smell; to emit or perceive a scent.

Here, 'geuren' is used as a plural noun referring to the 'scents' or 'aromas' of freshly baked bread, showing the word's ability to identify various olfactory stimuli.

De geuren van versgebakken brood vullen de kamer.

The scents of freshly baked bread fill the room.

In this context, 'geuren' acts as a verb, meaning 'to emit a scent' or 'to smell,' illustrating its use in the Dutch language as an action performed by objects, like flowers, that produce fragrance.

De bloemen geuren heerlijk in de tuin.

The flowers smell delightful in the garden.

Here, 'geuren' is used to describe distinct smells and is employed metaphorically to emphasize the connection between memory and olfaction, showcasing its use in sensory and emotive language.

We herinneren ons vaak momenten door de unieke geuren die ermee gepaard gingen.

We often remember moments through the unique scents associated with them.