noun
household odor; smell of daily life
Refers to the characteristic smell of a lived-in home, often from cooking, laundry, or daily activities. Can carry a slightly negative or nostalgic nuance depending on context.
彼の部屋には独特の生活臭が漂っていた。
A distinctive lived-in smell hung in his room.
noun
lived-in feeling;
Describes an atmosphere or quality that feels authentic, unpolished, and true to everyday life, as opposed to artificial or staged. Often used in describing interior design, writing, or performances.
この小説には生活臭があって、とても共感できる。
This novel has a true-to-life feel, and I can really relate to it.