The catchphrase famously associated with Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson is primarily "If you smell what The Rock is cooking." This phrase was first used by The Rock during his WWE career and became one of his signature lines, often delivered with dramatic flair including a raised eyebrow and a tongue motion to emphasize it

. However, there is some debate and variation in how the phrase has been remembered or quoted. Some fans recall hearing The Rock say "Can you smell what The Rock is cooking?" or "Do you smell what The Rock is cooking?" at times, including in his entrance theme music and promos. Despite this, the most consistent and original phrase according to multiple sources and The Rock's own accounts is "If you smell what The Rock is cooking"

. The phrase essentially means "If you understand or get what The Rock is implying," rather than literally smelling something. It became a cultural catchphrase beyond wrestling, used by The Rock in various contexts and even referenced in pop culture

. In summary:

• The official and most commonly used catchphrase is "If you smell what The Rock is cooking."
• Variations like "Can you smell..." and "Do you smell..." have been used occasionally or remembered by fans.
• The phrase is metaphorical, implying understanding The Rock's message or attitude

This catchphrase remains one of the most iconic lines in WWE history.