Vista: meaning, definitions and examples

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vista

 

[ ˈvɪstə ]

Context #1

scenic view

A vista is a pleasing view, especially one seen through a long, narrow opening, like a window or between trees. It usually refers to a beautiful landscape or scenic view that can be seen from a particular point.

Synonyms

panorama, scenery, view

Examples of usage

  • From the top of the hill, we had a stunning vista of the valley below.
  • The hotel room had a lovely vista of the ocean.
  • The hike up the mountain offered breathtaking vistas at every turn.
Context #2

software

In computing, a vista can refer to a graphical user interface of an operating system, such as Windows Vista.

Synonyms

GUI, interface, operating system

Examples of usage

  • The new software update introduced a cleaner vista for users.
  • Windows Vista was a widely used operating system before the release of Windows 7.

Translations

Translations of the word "vista" in other languages:

🇵🇹 vista

🇮🇳 दृश्य

🇩🇪 Aussicht

🇮🇩 pemandangan

🇺🇦 вид

🇵🇱 widok

🇯🇵 眺め (nagame)

🇫🇷 vue

🇪🇸 vista

🇹🇷 manzara

🇰🇷 전망 (jeonmang)

🇸🇦 رؤية

🇨🇿 výhled

🇸🇰 výhľad

🇨🇳 视野 (shìyě)

🇸🇮 razgled

🇮🇸 útsýni

🇰🇿 көрініс

🇬🇪 ხედვა

🇦🇿 mənzərə

🇲🇽 vista

Word origin

The word 'vista' originated from the Italian word 'vista', which means 'view' or 'sight'. It first appeared in English in the 16th century and was used to describe a view or prospect. Over time, the term evolved to encompass not just physical views but also metaphorical ones, such as perspectives or outlooks. Today, 'vista' is commonly used to evoke images of expansive, scenic views and has also found its way into the realm of technology, particularly in the context of graphical user interfaces.