Landscape: meaning, definitions and examples
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landscape
[ หlรฆnd.skeษชp ]
beautiful natural scenery
Landscape refers to the visible features of an area of land, especially when they are considered in terms of their aesthetic appeal. It includes physical elements such as mountains, hills, rivers, lakes, and forests, as well as human-made structures like buildings and roads.
Synonyms
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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landscape |
Used when describing the overall appearance and features of an area of land, particularly in artistic or photographic contexts.
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scenery |
Commonly used to describe the natural features of an area that are visually attractive. Often used in travel and tourist contexts.
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view |
Refers to what can be seen from a particular place, often emphasizing the perspective or scene visible from a specific point.
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panorama |
Refers to an extensive and unbroken view of a wide area, often used when describing visuals that include everything visible from a particular vantage point.
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Examples of usage
- The landscape of the countryside was breathtaking with its rolling hills and lush greenery.
- She painted a stunning landscape of a tranquil lake surrounded by colorful autumn trees.
to change the appearance of an area of land
To landscape means to improve the aesthetic appearance of a piece of land by altering its contours, adding ornamental features, planting trees and flowers, and so on. It is often done to enhance the beauty of a garden, park, or outdoor space.
Synonyms
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Word | Description / Examples |
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landscape |
Duplicate word; see the first entry for applicable context and examples. |
beautify |
Appropriate when talking about making a place more beautiful, often in terms of cleaning, decorating, or adding ornamental features. Can be used for both indoor and outdoor spaces.
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design |
Used when focusing on planning and creating a layout or structure, often related to both architecture and aesthetic purposes. Applicable to both interiors and exteriors.
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embellish |
Typically refers to adding decorative elements to make something more attractive, often used in a positive sense but can imply overdoing or adding unnecessary details.
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Examples of usage
- They hired a professional landscaper to landscape their backyard and create a relaxing oasis.
- The city council decided to landscape the public square to make it more inviting for residents and visitors.
Translations
Translations of the word "landscape" in other languages:
๐ต๐น paisagem
๐ฎ๐ณ เคชเคฐเคฟเคฆเฅเคถเฅเคฏ
๐ฉ๐ช Landschaft
๐ฎ๐ฉ pemandangan
๐บ๐ฆ ะฟะตะนะทะฐะถ
๐ต๐ฑ krajobraz
๐ฏ๐ต ้ขจๆฏ (ใตใใใ)
๐ซ๐ท paysage
๐ช๐ธ paisaje
๐น๐ท manzara
๐ฐ๐ท ํ๊ฒฝ (punggyeong)
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ูุธุฑ ุทุจูุนู
๐จ๐ฟ krajina
๐ธ๐ฐ krajina
๐จ๐ณ ้ฃๆฏ (fฤngjวng)
๐ธ๐ฎ pokrajina
๐ฎ๐ธ landslag
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะปะฐะฝะดัะฐัั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแจแแคแขแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ landลaft
๐ฒ๐ฝ paisaje
Etymology
The word 'landscape' originated from the Dutch word 'landschap', which referred to a painting representing natural scenery. It entered the English language in the 16th century. Over time, the term evolved to encompass not just visual representations but also the actual physical features of land. The concept of landscape has played a significant role in art, literature, and environmental studies, reflecting humanity's relationship with the natural world.
See also: inland, land, landfill, landform, landholder, landing, landline, landlocked, landlord, landmark, landmarks, landmass, Landowner, landowners, landscaper, landscaping, upland.
Word Frequency Rank
Ranking #3,609, this word is part of upper-intermediate vocabulary. While not among the most basic terms, it appears often enough to be valuable for advanced communication.
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