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视野 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
视野shìyěfield of viewHSK 7, n, rank #8160, Hard
视野shìyěhorizonHSK 7, n, rank #8160, Hard
shìyě(shi4ye3) T4
  1. 1field of view
  2. 2horizon
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March 24, 2026
视野(視野)shìyě(shi4ye3)

视野 (shì yě) refers to one's field of vision or perspective, both literally in terms of sight and metaphorically in terms of understanding or outlook on life. It is commonly used in contexts related to vision, insight, and broader perspectives, emphasizing how one's surroundings or experiences shape their understanding.

Frequency#8160DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

The concept of 视野 is important in Chinese culture, where having a broad perspective is often linked to wisdom and success. In discussions about education and personal growth, expanding one’s 视野 is frequently emphasized.

Memory Tip

Imagine standing on a hilltop with a vast view ahead—this is your 视野 (shì yě). The character 视 (shì) looks like an eye (目), indicating sight, while 野 (yě) suggests a wild, open field. Together, they form a vivid picture of an expansive view.

Meanings of 视野

shìyě(shi4ye3)
1field of view
2horizon
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About 视野

视野Simplified
視野Traditional
Strokes
Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#8160Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 视野

Quick Contrast

视野 (shì yě) vs 眼界 (yǎn jiè): use 视野 for a broader perspective or field of vision, while 眼界 emphasizes the limits of one's experience or knowledge.

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine standing on a hilltop with a vast view ahead—this is your 视野 (shì yě). The character 视 (shì) looks like an eye (目), indicating sight, while 野 (yě) suggests a wild, open field. Together, they form a vivid picture of an expansive view.

Usage Notes

When using 视野, be mindful of its context; it can be both literal and metaphorical. Common collocations include 开阔视野 (expand one's horizons) and 扩大视野 (broaden one's view). A common mistake is to confuse it with 视线 (line of sight), which refers specifically to the direction one is looking.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK 6 word, 视野 connects with other advanced vocabulary related to perception and understanding. Students should focus on using it in more complex sentences that express nuanced ideas about perspective and insight.

Cultural Note

The concept of 视野 is important in Chinese culture, where having a broad perspective is often linked to wisdom and success. In discussions about education and personal growth, expanding one’s 视野 is frequently emphasized.

Common Mistakes

Learners often misuse 视野 when they mean to say '视线' (line of sight). For example, saying '我的视野很清晰' (My field of view is clear) instead of '我的视线很清晰' (My line of sight is clear) conflates the two concepts.

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Component Characters

shìto look at
HSK 18 strokes
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field, open country; wilderness
HSK 611 strokes
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Grammar Patterns of 视野

视野 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 2 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.

Exercise 1 of 5

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四周的____都很好。

Visibility was good all round.

Example Sentences for 视野 (3)

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四周的视野都很好。

sì zhōu de shì yě dū hěn hǎo。

Visibility was good all round.
2
在丽晶酒店看香港岛的美景,视野绝佳。

zài lì jīng jiǔ diàn kàn xiāng gǎng dǎo de měi jǐng, , shì yě jué。

The Regent hotel has a superlative view of Hong Kong island.
3
修道院生活使她的视野变窄.

xiū dào yuàn shēng huó shǐ tā de shì yě biàn zhǎi.

Living in the convent narrowed her views.
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Cultural Notes for 视野

🏮Cultural insight

The concept of 视野 is important in Chinese culture, where having a broad perspective is often linked to wisdom and success. In discussions about education and personal growth, expanding one’s 视野 is frequently emphasized.

Frequently Asked Questions about 视野

Yes, 视野 can refer to metaphorical perspectives, such as one's viewpoint on social issues.