eyesight
word
/ˈaɪˌsaɪt/
/ˈaɪsaɪt/
Definition
The ability to see; how well your eyes can see things.
Usage & Nuances
Used mainly as a non-count noun ('good eyesight', 'poor eyesight'). More formal than simply 'sight'. Common phrases: 'lose your eyesight', 'test your eyesight'. Not typically used for animals.
Spanish: vista - visiónPortuguese (BR): visãoPortuguese (PT): visãoChinese (Simplified): 视力Chinese (Traditional): 視力Hindi: नज़रArabic: البصرBengali: দৃষ্টিশক্তিRussian: зрениеJapanese: 視力Vietnamese: thị lựcKorean: 시력Turkish: görme yetisiUrdu: بینائیIndonesian: penglihatan
Example Sentences
After the surgery, her eyesight improved a lot.
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My eyesight is getting worse.
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He has excellent eyesight.
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Wearing glasses can improve your eyesight.
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I need to get my eyesight checked before driving.
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Spending too much time on screens can hurt your eyesight.
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