Scenery: meaning, definitions and examples

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scenery

 

[ หˆsiหnษ™ri ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

beautiful natural landscapes

Scenery refers to the natural features of a landscape, such as mountains, forests, rivers, and valleys. It is the picturesque view that one can see when looking out at nature. Scenery is often admired for its beauty and can evoke feelings of peace and tranquility.

Synonyms

landscape, view, vista

Examples of usage

  • The scenery in the national park was breathtaking.
  • We drove through the countryside, enjoying the scenic beauty.
  • The scenery along the coastline was stunning.
  • The mountain scenery was rugged and majestic.
  • The scenery in the painting captured the essence of nature.
Context #2 | Noun

decorative backdrops for a stage

In theater or film, scenery can also refer to the painted backdrops or sets that create the background for the actors. These scenic elements help set the stage and create the atmosphere for the performance.

Synonyms

scenic design, set design, stage backdrop

Examples of usage

  • The scenery for the play was elaborate and detailed.
  • The stage crew worked hard to set up the scenery for the performance.
  • The painted scenery added depth to the theatrical production.

Translations

Translations of the word "scenery" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น paisagem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฆเฅƒเคถเฅเคฏ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Landschaft

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pemandangan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะตะนะทะฐะถ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ krajobraz

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้ขจๆ™ฏ (ใตใ†ใ‘ใ„)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท paysage

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ paisaje

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท manzara

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ’๊ฒฝ (punggyeong)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ู†ุธุฑ ุทุจูŠุนูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ krajina

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ krajina

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้ฃŽๆ™ฏ (fฤ“ngjวng)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ pokrajina

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ landslag

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะฐะฑะธา“ะฐั‚ ะบำฉั€ั–ะฝั–ัั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒšแƒแƒœแƒ“แƒจแƒแƒคแƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mษ™nzษ™rษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ paisaje

Word origin

The word 'scenery' originated from the Middle English word 'senery' which meant a stage setting. Over time, it evolved to refer to the natural landscape as well. The concept of appreciating scenic views has been a part of human culture for centuries, with artists and poets often inspired by the beauty of nature.

See also: scene, scenes, scenic.