Communication about smells and flavors is not instinctive and is often underdeveloped compared to our visual language. As infants, we learn to associate names with objects we can see, like a lamp, through verbal interplay with caregivers. However, the recognition and discussion of odors are rarely emphasized, leaving a gap in our ability to articulate our experiences with scents.

Johan Lundström, a psychologist, points out that while visual cues dominate our learning and communication, scents do not receive the same attention. This deficiency highlights a broader trend where our interactions mainly center on what we can see, underscoring the need to enhance our vocabulary related to olfactory and gustatory experiences.