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riechen (verb)

To detect or perceive a smell.

💡 Memory Tip

Think of a 'rich' smell. 'Riechen' sounds a bit like 'rich', and you use it to describe a 'rich' aroma of coffee.

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⚠️ Common Mistakes

Es riecht wie Kaffee. → Es riecht nach Kaffee.

Ich habe geriecht. → Ich habe gerochen.

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