No. 3,159 in German
duft
"Duft" means "scent" or "fragrance" in English.
In a sentence
Der Duft der Blumen erfüllt die Luft.
The scent of the flowers fills the air.
In this sentence, 'Duft' is used as a noun referring to a pleasant smell, often associated with nature or fragrances.
Das Parfum hat einen wirklich einzigartigen Duft.
The perfume has a really unique scent.
Here, 'Duft' denotes a pleasant smell emanating from a specific item, in this case, perfume.
Ein leichter Duft von frischem Gebäck wehte durch das Café.
A light scent of fresh pastry wafted through the café.
'Duft' is used to describe a smell that is carried around, portraying sensory experiences associated with an environment.
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