(こうすい)

こうすい
noun
perfume, fragrance
See also: 降水(こうすい) (precipitation)
1. perfume, fragrance
A scented liquid worn on the body to smell pleasant.
I bought a new perfume.
I like the smell of her perfume.
I'm careful not to wear too much perfume.

香水(こうすい) refers to perfume or cologne worn on the body.

Common expressions:

Types by concentration:

  • パルファム (parfum - highest concentration)
  • オードパルファム (eau de parfum)
  • オードトワレ (eau de toilette)
  • オーデコロン (eau de cologne - lightest)

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