view
gb/vjˈu/ us/vjˈu/
A2
Kiingereza
~ 2100
Maana
maana 0
Nomino
A2
entity
1
what you can see
What you can see from a certain place.
Muundo wa matumizi:
a view of [something]
Kosa la kawaida:
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.
Visawe
scene (A general word for what is visible, without implying perspective from a specific position.)
Vinyume
blind spot (An area that cannot be seen from a certain position.)
Miunganiko ya maneno
beautiful view
|view of the city
|mountain view
|enjoy the view
Mada
travel
|nature
|daily life
Mifano
- 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.
Mifano kwa wanafunzi
- 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.
Nomino
B1
entity
2
opinion or belief
What someone thinks or believes about something.
Muundo wa matumizi:
[someone]'s view on [something]
Kosa la kawaida:
Learners may confuse 'view' meaning 'opinion' with 'view' meaning 'sight'. Context usually clarifies the difference.
Visawe
opinion (A direct synonym, though 'view' can sound slightly more formal in some contexts.)
Vinyume
agreement (Represents alignment rather than having differing perspectives.)
Miunganiko ya maneno
express a view
|share your view
|differing views
|public view
Mada
communication
|emotions
|core_vocabulary
Mifano
- In my view, the plan will not work.
- She expressed her views on climate change.
- They have different views about education.
Mifano kwa wanafunzi
- In my view, this is the best choice.
- He has strong views on politics.
- We have the same view about this.
Kitenzi
B1
action
3
to look at carefully
To look at something carefully or for a special reason.
Muundo wa matumizi:
to view [something]
Kosa la kawaida:
Learners sometimes use 'see' when 'view' is more appropriate for formal or deliberate looking.
Visawe
watch ('Watch' often implies looking for a period of time; 'view' can be more formal or purposeful.)
Vinyume
ignore (To deliberately not look at something.)
Miunganiko ya maneno
view a painting
|view footage
|view the site
Mada
daily life
|art
|core_vocabulary
Mifano
- We viewed the house before deciding to buy it.
- Visitors can view the exhibition until next month.
- The committee will view the evidence tomorrow.
Mifano kwa wanafunzi
- We viewed the new movie yesterday.
- He viewed the old building with interest.
- They viewed the photos on her phone.
Nomino
technical
B1
entity
4
display mode on screen
The way something is shown on a computer or phone screen.
Muundo wa matumizi:
[something] in [type of] view
Visawe
display mode (Technical term often interchangeable with 'view' in software contexts.)
Vinyume
edit mode (A contrasting mode where content is changed instead of just displayed.)
Miunganiko ya maneno
full-screen view
|list view
|grid view
Mada
technology
|communication
Mifano
- Switch to list view to see more items at once.
- The app offers both day and night views.
- You can customize your dashboard view.
Mifano kwa wanafunzi
- Click here to change the view.
- This program has a map view.
- I like the dark view on my phone.
Sarufi
Umbo la kamusi
view
IPA
GB/vjˈu/
US/vjˈu/
Silabi na mkazo
view (silabi 1)
Stress on 1st syllable (view)
Maumbo ya neno
Noun
- Base: view
- Plural: view, views
Verb
- Base: view
- 3rd Person Singular: views
- Present Participle: viewing
- Past: viewed
Familia ya neno
Semi
a sight to behold
1/ə sˈaɪt tə bɪhˈoʊld/
idiom
very impressive to see
Something that is very beautiful or amazing to look at.
Mifano
- 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.
Mifano
- 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.
Mifano
- He joined the company with a view to gaining experience.
- They are saving money with a view to buying a house.