ging2 sik1景色
Jyutpingging2 sik1
Yalegíng sīk
Definition
Scenery, landscape, or natural views to be admired.
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How it's used
While 景色 is a perfectly acceptable term, native speakers often prefer 風景 when talking about natural landscapes or tourist spots. 景色 carries a slightly more formal or literary tone, often used in written descriptions or when focusing on the aesthetic quality of a view. It is common to see it used in travel writing or when describing a specific, picturesque scene.
Examples
The scenery here is really beautiful.
What do you think of the scenery here?
Related words
Common phrases
the scenery is pleasant
the scenery is beautiful
Common mistake
Learners sometimes confuse 景色 with 景點, but 景色 refers to the view itself, whereas 景點 refers to a specific tourist attraction or scenic spot.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
