tojásszagú

The Hungarian adjective "tojásszagú" translates directly to "egg-smelling" in English. It is primarily used to describe a distinct, often unpleasant odor reminiscent of rotten eggs or sulfur. This smell is commonly associated with hydrogen sulfide gas, which is naturally produced by the decomposition of organic matter and can be released by certain geological or biological processes.

In everyday language, "tojásszagú" might be used to describe the smell of a kitchen sink that has been left uncleaned for too long, or the scent of a water supply that contains dissolved minerals like sulfur. It can also be applied to situations where a more figurative, potent, or unpleasant smell is present, even if it's not literally from eggs.

Medically, a "tojásszagú" breath can sometimes indicate certain health conditions, such as digestive issues or metabolic disorders, where volatile sulfur compounds are produced. In environmental contexts, the presence of a strong "egg-smelling" odor can signal potential pollution or the presence of natural gas leaks, though natural gas itself is odorless and mercaptans are added for detection. The term's strong sensory connotation makes it an effective descriptor for a specific type of malodor.