📂 Food & Drink
Fragrant but also smelly
香飘十里，臭名远扬
Meaning
A poetic Chinglish description of durian fruit — strong smell but delicious taste. Classic food market description.
中文释义
对榴莲的诗意描述——闻着臭吃着香。经典的水果市场标语。
Origin & Cultural Background
Found on fruit stall signs in Southern China describing durian (榴莲). The literal translation became a meme among English-speaking travelers in China.
Usage Example
"What's that strong smell?"
"That's durian — fragrant but also smelly. You either love it or hate it!"
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