景象

jǐng xiàng

CL 幅 fú 派 pài 片 piàn

HSK 3.0 Level 6 Noun Uncommon

Definitions

1. scene

Word relationships

Related words

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• 情景 qíng jǐng 情景 qíng jǐng scene refers to a scene or situation, often involving people or actions, whereas 景象 is more about visual impression: scene
• 现象 xiàn xiàng 现象 xiàn xiàng phenomenon means phenomenon, while 景象 specifically refers to a visual scene: phenomenon
• 气象 qì xiàng 气象 qì xiàng meteorological feature refers to meteorological phenomena or atmosphere, distinct from 景象 which is a view or spectacle: meteorological feature

Synonyms

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• 景色 jǐng sè 景色 jǐng sè scenery similar in meaning, both refer to a view or scenery, but 景象 may imply a broader or more dynamic scene: scenery

Usage notes

Collocations

景象 is often used with grand or impressive adjectives, e.g., 壮观 (spectacular), 悲惨 (tragic), 繁荣 (prosperous). It is less common in everyday small-scale descriptions.

Common mistakes

Do not confuse 景象 (scene) with 风景 (scenery/landscape). 风景 is for natural beauty, 景象 can be any visual scene including man-made or abstract situations.

Example Sentences

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黄山的日出 景象 非常壮观。

The sunrise at Huangshan is extremely spectacular.

春天来了，花园里一片欣欣向荣的 景象 。

Spring has come, and the garden is a scene of thriving vitality.

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Child Words of 景象

• 景 景 jǐng: (bound form) scenery
• 象 象 xiàng: elephant