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March 24, 2026
风景(風景)fēngjǐng(feng1jing3)
风景 (fēngjǐng) refers to the natural scenery or landscape of a place, emphasizing its beauty and aesthetic appeal. It is commonly used in contexts related to travel, tourism, and photography, highlighting the picturesque aspects of a location.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, 风景 often reflects the appreciation of nature, which is deeply embedded in traditional Chinese poetry and art. Scenic spots like the West Lake in Hangzhou are celebrated for their风景 and have become symbols of cultural heritage.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'windy scene' (风景) where the breeze softly sways the trees, creating a beautiful landscape. The character 风 (fēng) means 'wind', and 景 (jǐng) resembles a beautiful view, together evoking the image of a charming outdoor scene.
Meanings of 风景
fēngjǐng(feng1jing3)
1scenery
2landscape
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About 风景
风景Simplified
風景Traditional
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—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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个Measure Word
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L4IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1
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AI Study Notes for 风景
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景色 (jǐngsè) - use 风景 when emphasizing beauty and aesthetic appeal, while 景色 is more neutral and can refer to any view.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'windy scene' (风景) where the breeze softly sways the trees, creating a beautiful landscape. The character 风 (fēng) means 'wind', and 景 (jǐng) resembles a beautiful view, together evoking the image of a charming outdoor scene.
Usage Notes
Be careful to use 风景 in contexts related to natural beauty; it may not apply to urban or man-made settings. The term is often used in both formal and informal speech, so it fits well in travel blogs or casual conversations about places.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, 风景 connects to other nature-related vocabulary at this level, such as 山 (shān - mountain) and 水 (shuǐ - water). Focus on using it in descriptive sentences to enhance your vocabulary and fluency.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, 风景 often reflects the appreciation of nature, which is deeply embedded in traditional Chinese poetry and art. Scenic spots like the West Lake in Hangzhou are celebrated for their风景 and have become symbols of cultural heritage.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse 风景 with 景色, incorrectly using 风景 to describe urban environments. For example, saying '这座城市的风景很好' should be corrected to '这座城市的景色很好'.
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Grammar Patterns of 风景
风景 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 3 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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Cultural Notes for 风景
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, 风景 often reflects the appreciation of nature, which is deeply embedded in traditional Chinese poetry and art. Scenic spots like the West Lake in Hangzhou are celebrated for their风景 and have become symbols of cultural heritage.
Frequently Asked Questions about 风景
You can say, '这个地方的风景非常美丽' (The scenery of this place is very beautiful).
风景 often emphasizes natural landscapes, while 景色 can refer more broadly to any kind of scenery, including urban settings.
It's best to avoid using 风景 for cityscapes; instead, use 景色, which encompasses both natural and urban views.
