Lõhnaline

Lõhnaline is an Estonian adjective that translates to "fragrant," "smelly," "scented," or "odorous" in English. The specific meaning depends on the context and the nature of the smell being described. It is a general term used to denote the presence of a discernible aroma, which can be either pleasant or unpleasant.

When used to describe something pleasant, lõhnaline implies a delightful or pleasing scent. For example, one might say "lilled on lõhnalised" meaning "the flowers are fragrant." In this usage, it evokes a sense of freshness and positive olfactory experience.

Conversely, lõhnaline can also refer to an unpleasant smell. For instance, "prügikast on lõhnaline" would mean "the trash can is smelly." Here, the adjective conveys a negative and often strong odor. The overall connotation is determined by the noun it modifies and the surrounding description.

The word lõhnaline is derived from the Estonian noun "lõhn," which means "smell" or "odor." The suffix "-line" is a common adjectival suffix in Estonian, indicating possession or characteristic. Therefore, lõhnaline literally means "having a smell" or "characterized by smell." It is a versatile term used in everyday language to describe the olfactory properties of objects, places, or substances.