view
gb/vjˈu/ us/vjˈu/
A2
English
~ 2100
kilátás, látvány, panoráma, vélemény, nézet, álláspont, megnéz, megtekint, megjelenítési mód
NOUN
A2
1
Usage pattern:
a view of [something]
The hotel room has a stunning view of the ocean.
A hotelszobából lenyűgöző kilátás nyílik az óceánra.
From the balcony, we had a clear view of the park.
Az erkélyről jól rá lehetett látni a parkra.
The mountain offers a breathtaking view at sunrise.
Learner examples
I have a nice view from my window.
Szép kilátásom van az ablakomból.
We saw the view from the top of the hill.
A domb tetejéről megnéztük a kilátást.
The view of the lake is very pretty.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'view' with 'vision'. 'View' refers to what is seen from a place; 'vision' refers to the ability to see or the act of seeing.
Meaning
what you can see
Collocations
beautiful view
|view of the city
|mountain view
|enjoy the view
Synonyms
scene (A general word for what is visible, without implying perspective from a specific position.)
Antonyms
blind spot (An area that cannot be seen from a certain position.)
Themes
travel
|nature
|daily life
Definition
What you can see from a certain place.
The visual appearance of an area from a particular place.
NOUN
B1
2
Usage pattern:
[someone]'s view on [something]
In my view, the plan will not work.
Véleményem szerint a terv nem fog működni.
She expressed her views on climate change.
Kifejtette a véleményét az éghajlatváltozásról.
They have different views about education.
Learner examples
In my view, this is the best choice.
Véleményem szerint ez a legjobb választás.
He has strong views on politics.
Határozott véleménye van a politikáról.
We have the same view about this.
Common mistake:
Learners may confuse 'view' meaning 'opinion' with 'view' meaning 'sight'. Context usually clarifies the difference.
Meaning
opinion or belief
Collocations
express a view
|share your view
|differing views
|public view
Synonyms
opinion (A direct synonym, though 'view' can sound slightly more formal in some contexts.)
Antonyms
agreement (Represents alignment rather than having differing perspectives.)
Themes
communication
|emotions
|core_vocabulary
Definition
What someone thinks or believes about something.
A personal opinion, belief, or way of thinking about something.
VERB
B1
3
Usage pattern:
to view [something]
We viewed the house before deciding to buy it.
Megnéztük a házat, mielőtt úgy döntöttünk, hogy megvesszük.
Visitors can view the exhibition until next month.
A látogatók a jövő hónapig megtekinthetik a kiállítást.
The committee will view the evidence tomorrow.
Learner examples
We viewed the new movie yesterday.
Tegnap megnéztük az új filmet.
He viewed the old building with interest.
Érdeklődve nézte a régi épületet.
They viewed the photos on her phone.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes use 'see' when 'view' is more appropriate for formal or deliberate looking.
Meaning
to look at carefully
Collocations
view a painting
|view footage
|view the site
Synonyms
watch ('Watch' often implies looking for a period of time; 'view' can be more formal or purposeful.)
Antonyms
ignore (To deliberately not look at something.)
Themes
daily life
|art
|core_vocabulary
Definition
To look at something carefully or for a special reason.
To look at something with attention, often for a purpose such as enjoyment, inspection, or assessment.
NOUN
B1
TECHNICAL
4
nézet
B1
Usage pattern:
[something] in [type of] view
Switch to list view to see more items at once.
Váltson listanézetre, hogy egyszerre több elemet lásson.
The app offers both day and night views.
Az alkalmazás nappali és éjszakai nézetet is kínál.
You can customize your dashboard view.
Learner examples
Click here to change the view.
Kattints ide a nézet megváltoztatásához.
This program has a map view.
Ebben a programban van térképnézet.
I like the dark view on my phone.
Meaning
display mode on screen
Collocations
full-screen view
|list view
|grid view
Synonyms
display mode (Technical term often interchangeable with 'view' in software contexts.)
Antonyms
edit mode (A contrasting mode where content is changed instead of just displayed.)
Themes
technology
|communication
Definition
The way something is shown on a computer or phone screen.
A particular way in which information or content is presented on a screen or display.
Grammar
Dictionary form
view
IPA
GB/vjˈu/
US/vjˈu/
Syllables & stress
view (1 syllable)
Stress on 1st syllable (view)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: view
- Plural: view, views
Verb
- Base: view
- 3rd Person Singular: views
- Present Participle: viewing
- Past: viewed
Word family
Expressions
a sight to behold
1/ə sˈaɪt tə bɪhˈoʊld/
idiom
very impressive to see
Something that is very beautiful or amazing to look at.
Examples
- The fireworks over the lake were a sight to behold.
- Her wedding dress was truly a sight to behold.
in my view
1/ˈɪn mˈaɪ vjˈu/
fixed phrase
according to my opinion
What I think or believe about something.
Examples
- In my view, this decision is unfair.
- In my view, we should start earlier.
with a view to
1/wˈɪθ ə vjˈu tə/
fixed phrase
formal
with the purpose of doing something
With the goal of doing something in the future.
Examples
- He joined the company with a view to gaining experience.
- They are saving money with a view to buying a house.