景观

景觀

jǐngguān

noun HSK 6 #15,784

Meanings

1 landscape; scenery
2 sight; spectacle

Characters

view; sight; to observe

Literally 'scenery view' - both characters relate to visual experience, combining into a word for designed or natural landscapes.

Examples

HSK 5

城市景观设计越来越受重视。

Chéngshì jǐngguān shèjì yuèláiyuè shòu zhòngshì.

Urban landscape design is getting more and more attention.

HSK 7-9

这里的自然景观非常壮观。

Zhèlǐ de zìrán jǐngguān fēicháng zhuàngguān.

The natural landscape here is very spectacular.

Tips

usage

景观 is more formal and planned than 风景 (natural scenery). You say 景观设计 (landscape design) and 城市景观 (urban landscape), but 风景优美 (beautiful scenery) for natural views.

Stroke Order

景 jǐng

观 guān