풍경

punggyeong
scenery

산에서 아름다운 풍경을 감상했다.

I enjoyed the beautiful scenery in the mountains.


general

A view or scene of natural beauty, often in the countryside or outdoors.

해변의 풍경은 정말 평화로웠다.

The seaside scenery was very peaceful.

Commonly used to describe picturesque or serene landscapes.

Collocations

풍경 사진landscape photo풍경화landscape painting풍경 명소scenic spot

Related Phrases

풍경이 좋다phrase
to have good scenery

Pro Tip

Usage in Context

Use '풍경' to describe natural or picturesque views, not just any view.

Gold Rule

Avoid Overuse

Do not use '풍경' for ordinary or urban views; reserve it for scenic or beautiful landscapes.

Word Origin

Derived from the Chinese characters 風景 (fēngjǐng), meaning 'wind and scenery,' which together represent the natural environment.

Usage Notes

Often used in travel, art, and literature to describe natural beauty. Can also refer to urban landscapes in a broader sense.

Word Breakdown

wind
root
+
scenery
root
한영사전