경치

gyeongchi
nounIntermediate
formal

scenery; view; landscape

이 산의 경치는 정말 아름다워요.

The scenery of this mountain is really beautiful.

해변에서 아름다운 경치를 감상했습니다.

We enjoyed the beautiful view from the beach.

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Often used to describe natural landscapes or picturesque views.

Collocations

경치 좋은 곳scenic spot경치를 감상하다to enjoy the view

Synonyms

Related Phrases

경치 좋은 곳phrase
scenic spot

💡Pro Tip

Natural vs. Urban Scenery

경치 can refer to both natural landscapes (mountains, beaches) and urban views (cityscapes).

📖Word Origin

Composed of 경 (景, 'scenery') and 치 (致, 'to present' or 'to offer'), originally meaning 'to present a view' or 'to offer a scene'.

📝Usage Notes

Commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to describe natural or urban landscapes.

Word Breakdown

scenery
root
+
to present
suffix
한영사전