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“A woman smells well when she smells of nothing.” quote by Plautus
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“A woman smells well when she smells of nothing.”

Plautus

About This Quote

Source Play: The Comedy of the Schoolgirls (Amphitruo), 195 BC

He suggests that a woman who smells of nothing appears pleasant, implying natural fragrance is appealing.

In simple terms: A woman with no scent seems pleasant.

Key Takeaway

Appreciate natural simplicity.

Themes

beauty perception naturalness

Mood

lighthearted observational

Type

cultural philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal grooming
  • social interactions
  • cultural expectations

Key Concepts

ancient comedy social norms

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do we value fragrance?
  • How does scent affect attraction?
A Different Perspective

The statement may overlook cultural differences in scent preferences.

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