das Aroma
aroma
A characteristic, usually pleasant smell or taste, especially of foods, drinks, or spices.
EXAMPLE
Das Aroma von frisch gebrühtem Kaffee weckte mich am Morgen.
The aroma of freshly brewed coffee woke me up in the morning.
das Aroma
aroma
das Aroma, die Aromen
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Meanings
das Aroma
atmosphere
In a figurative sense: a special, characteristic atmosphere or mood that shapes a place or a time.
EXAMPLE
Die alten Gassen der Stadt verströmen noch immer das Aroma vergangener Jahrhunderte.
The old alleys of the city still give off the atmosphere of past centuries.
Forms
Forms adapted from the German Wiktionary entry Aroma, by Wiktionary contributors, licence CC BY-SA 4.0.
At a glance
| gender | neuter das |
|---|---|
| plural | die Aromen |
| genitive | des Aromas |
The four cases
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | das Aroma | die Aromen die Aromas, die Aromata |
| accusative | das Aroma | die Aromen die Aromas, die Aromata |
| dative | dem Aroma | den Aromen den Aromas, den Aromata |
| genitive | des Aromas | der Aromen der Aromas, der Aromata |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
Usage tips
Usage pattern
When you want to name the source of the aroma, you typically use the structure 'das Aroma von + dative' (the aroma of + dative). This is a very common and natural construction.
EXAMPLE
Ich liebe das Aroma von frisch gebackenem Brot.
I love the aroma of freshly baked bread.
Das Aroma von Zimt und Nelken erinnert mich an Weihnachten.
The aroma of cinnamon and cloves reminds me of Christmas.
Context clue
You can recognize the figurative meaning by the fact that 'Aroma' (aroma/atmosphere) is connected with abstract things such as places, times, or moods. Typical verbs in this context are 'verströmen' (to give off/exude) or 'ausstrahlen' (to radiate).
EXAMPLE
Die historische Altstadt verströmt ein besonderes Aroma.
The historic old town gives off a special atmosphere.
Typical collocations
An aroma can be described more precisely with adjectives. Common combinations are 'ein feines Aroma' (a delicate aroma), 'ein kräftiges Aroma' (a strong aroma), 'ein würziges Aroma' (a spicy aroma), or 'ein süßliches Aroma' (a slightly sweet aroma).
EXAMPLE
Der Wein hat ein sehr feines Aroma von Beeren.
The wine has a very delicate aroma of berries.
Compare with
Aroma vs Geschmack
taste
When talking about coffee or other foods, both words can describe the sensory experience. „Geschmack“ refers more to the act of tasting, while „Aroma“ emphasizes the characteristic combination of smell and taste. For the overall sensory experience, „Aroma“ is therefore often more precise.
Aroma
Das Aroma des Kaffees erfüllt schon beim Öffnen der Packung den Raum.
The coffee’s aroma fills the room as soon as the package is opened.
Geschmack
Der Geschmack des Kaffees ist angenehm mild.
The coffee has a pleasantly mild flavor.
In real life
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