Is it normal to let someone know that they smell bad?

I know that if I smelled bad, and had no idea, that i would want someone to tell me, so that i could shower, brush teeth, and/or change clothes to fix it. But is it normal/okay to let someone else know that they smell bad, or would it be rude and not my place.

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Comments ( 12 )
  • Terence_the_viking

    Yes but be nice about it.

    Don't be like you smell like shit.

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  • JustDave

    I guess it would depend on how well you know them.

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    • wigsplitz

      Or how long you'll be exposed to their odor.

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  • Goomats

    I wish MORE people would inform people they stink. I've always been afraid to do it, but if I stank, I would like it if someone would discreetly and tactfully inform. Start the trend!!!

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  • Kaory182

    Don't bother telling them, they know they stink , they just don't care. I guess it would be kind of rude to tell them.

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    • meowpower

      Or they cud genuinely not know..

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  • manii92

    If you care about someone you would let them know.. I won't lie I'd be a little upset and embarrassed but in the end I'd rather someone tell me who's close and care about me than some strangers talking about me or saying " hey you over there you smell like shit!!!!"... Lol

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  • Rusty-Rider

    Give them a subtle hint like "Holy shit, it smells like your dog farted" especially if they don't have a dog.
    or "It's hard to believe that you can smell the city landfill from here"

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  • BIgEB

    ...in my opinion, it depends on the sitation...I once knew of a waitress who smelled bad, and another waitress politely informed them of the situation...I sometimes will tell someone (as privately and kindly as possible) that their breath may offend someone who is in church ministry or at work, if they generally encounter people a lot.

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  • that22

    if you and them are friends yes

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  • Energy

    I'd get angry.

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  • robbieforgotpw

    You smell like a dumpster... Thank you for telling me

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