horizons
word · lemma: horizon
Definition
The line where the sky seems to meet the earth or sea. It can also mean the limits of your knowledge, experience, or interests.
Usage & Nuances
Often used literally for land/sea views, but commonly appears in expressions like 'broaden your horizons' (expand your knowledge/experience). Usually plural when talking about possibilities or metaphorical boundaries.
Spanish: horizontesPortuguese (BR): horizontesPortuguese (PT): horizontesChinese (Simplified): 视野 - 地平线Chinese (Traditional): 視野 - 地平線Hindi: क्षितिजArabic: آفاقBengali: আকাশরেখা - দিগন্ত (জ্ঞান/অভিজ্ঞতার সীমা)Russian: горизонтыJapanese: 地平線 - 視野（比喩的）Vietnamese: chân trời - tầm hiểu biếtKorean: 지평선 - 시야(경험/지식)Turkish: ufuklarUrdu: افقIndonesian: cakrawala - wawasan
Example Sentences
The sun sets over the horizons every evening.
basic
Mountains rise above the horizons.
basic
He wants to explore new horizons in his career.
basic
Traveling abroad really broadened my horizons.
natural
She's always looking for ways to expand her horizons.
natural
After reading that book, my horizons completely changed.
natural