Used as a farewell, the phrase "smell you later" is another way of saying goodbye. Invented in the 20th century, It's prime usage was in the 1990's. It's slow decline started in the early 2000's. The phrase was mostly used by young ages. "smell you later" is very similar to "see you later" and means the exact same thing. Although not as popular as a farewell anymore, people still recognize the phrase and it's meaning.
by 2Preston December 16, 2009
Something that you would find if you scan the QR Code in the Among Us Polus map Scan Boarding Pass. Probably an easter egg placed by the game developers :)
by Pseudonym of a Gen Z November 07, 2020
"Smell you later" is a phrase inspired by Tyler, The Creator’s song “Are We Still Friends?” It's used as an alternative way to say goodbye to someone you love—because saying goodbye often feels like letting go, or bidding farewell to the uncertainty of tomorrow. It is used as a promise that even if you’re parting now, a piece of them still lingers in the air.
It’s not about literally smelling someone (though scent is memory) it’s about leaving behind a trace—a moment, a memory, a feeling.
A way to say, “I’ll miss you, but I’ll catch you in the wind of tomorrow.”
Used when:
– You love someone but can’t find the courage to say goodbye.
– You’re leaving but hoping the universe finds a way to bring you back to them.
It’s not about literally smelling someone (though scent is memory) it’s about leaving behind a trace—a moment, a memory, a feeling.
A way to say, “I’ll miss you, but I’ll catch you in the wind of tomorrow.”
Used when:
– You love someone but can’t find the courage to say goodbye.
– You’re leaving but hoping the universe finds a way to bring you back to them.
“Smell you later, love.”
by imaru May 02, 2025