view
gb/vjˈu/ us/vjˈu/
A2
English
~ 2100
Senses
0 senses
Noun
A2
entity
1
what you can see
What you can see from a certain place.
Usage pattern:
a view of [something]
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.
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.)
Collocations
beautiful view
|view of the city
|mountain view
|enjoy the view
Themes
travel
|nature
|daily life
Examples
- The hotel room has a stunning view of the ocean.
- From the balcony, we had a clear view of the park.
- The mountain offers a breathtaking view at sunrise.
Learner examples
- I have a nice view from my window.
- We saw the view from the top of the hill.
- The view of the lake is very pretty.
Noun
B1
entity
2
opinion or belief
What someone thinks or believes about something.
Usage pattern:
[someone]'s view on [something]
Common mistake:
Learners may confuse 'view' meaning 'opinion' with 'view' meaning 'sight'. Context usually clarifies the difference.
Synonyms
opinion (A direct synonym, though 'view' can sound slightly more formal in some contexts.)
Antonyms
agreement (Represents alignment rather than having differing perspectives.)
Collocations
express a view
|share your view
|differing views
|public view
Themes
communication
|emotions
|core_vocabulary
Examples
- In my view, the plan will not work.
- She expressed her views on climate change.
- They have different views about education.
Learner examples
- In my view, this is the best choice.
- He has strong views on politics.
- We have the same view about this.
Verb
B1
action
3
to look at carefully
To look at something carefully or for a special reason.
Usage pattern:
to view [something]
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes use 'see' when 'view' is more appropriate for formal or deliberate looking.
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.)
Collocations
view a painting
|view footage
|view the site
Themes
daily life
|art
|core_vocabulary
Examples
- We viewed the house before deciding to buy it.
- Visitors can view the exhibition until next month.
- The committee will view the evidence tomorrow.
Learner examples
- We viewed the new movie yesterday.
- He viewed the old building with interest.
- They viewed the photos on her phone.
Noun
technical
B1
entity
4
display mode on screen
The way something is shown on a computer or phone screen.
Usage pattern:
[something] in [type of] 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.)
Collocations
full-screen view
|list view
|grid view
Themes
technology
|communication
Examples
- Switch to list view to see more items at once.
- The app offers both day and night views.
- You can customize your dashboard view.
Learner examples
- Click here to change the view.
- This program has a map view.
- I like the dark view on my phone.
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.