scenery
word
/ˈsinɝi/
SEE-nree
/sˈiːnəɹi/
SEE-nuh-ree
Definition
The natural features of a landscape, especially when they are beautiful to look at, such as mountains, forests, or lakes.
Usage & Nuances
Used mainly in a positive sense for pleasing or impressive natural views, not for cities. Common collocations: 'beautiful scenery', 'mountain scenery'. Not used for urban environments or artificial sights.
Spanish: paisajePortuguese (BR): paisagemPortuguese (PT): paisagemChinese (Simplified): 风景Chinese (Traditional): 風景Hindi: दृश्यावलीArabic: المناظر الطبيعيةBengali: প্রাকৃতিক দৃশ্য - মনোরম দৃশ্যRussian: пейзаж - вид природыJapanese: 景色 - 風景Vietnamese: phong cảnh - cảnh đẹpKorean: 경치 - 풍경Turkish: manzara - doğal görüntüUrdu: قدرتی منظر - خوبصورت منظرIndonesian: pemandangan - panorama
Example Sentences
The mountain scenery is amazing here.
basic
We stopped to take photos of the scenery.
basic
The scenery by the lake was peaceful and quiet.
basic
The train ride offered some breathtaking scenery along the coast.
natural
I love hiking because I get to enjoy the fresh air and beautiful scenery.
natural
Even a long drive feels great when the scenery is so spectacular.
natural