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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
名胜míngshènga place famous for its scenery or historical relicsHSK 6, unknown, 15 strokes, rank #37064, Hard
名胜míngshèngscenic spotHSK 6, unknown, 15 strokes, rank #37064, Hard
míngshèng(ming2sheng4)ming sheng T2
  1. 1a place famous for its scenery or historical relics
  2. 2scenic spot
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March 24, 2026

名胜(名勝)míngshèng(ming2sheng4)

名胜 refers to a place that is renowned for its natural beauty or historical significance. Commonly used in travel contexts, it highlights locations that attract tourists due to their scenic landscapes or cultural heritage.

Strokes15Frequency#37064DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In China, 名胜 are often linked to historical dynasties and cultural heritage, with many being UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Visiting these places is a common practice during holidays, reflecting the importance of nature and history in Chinese culture.

Memory Tip

Think of 名 (ming) as 'name' and 胜 (sheng) as 'victory' or 'superiority'. Imagine a famous victory in history that took place in a beautiful location. Visualize a 'named' beautiful place where a historic event happened, making it a 'famous scenic spot'.

Meanings of 名胜

míngshèng(ming2sheng4)
1a place famous for its scenery or historical relics
2scenic spot
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About 名胜

名胜Simplified
名勝Traditional
15Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
处Measure Word
HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRC1

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名胜 (scenic spot) vs 风景 (scenery) — choose 名胜 when emphasizing a specific renowned location rather than the general concept of scenery.

Usage Notes

Common mistakes include confusing 名胜 with 名字 (name) due to the similar beginning. Remember that 名胜 specifically refers to scenic spots. This term is more formal and often used in travel brochures or guides.

HSK Study Tips

While 名胜 is not a specific HSK level word, it is useful for HSK learners focusing on travel and tourism vocabulary. Students should connect it with related words like 风景 (fengjing, scenery) and 旅游 (luyou, travel) to enhance their vocabulary around travel contexts.

Common Mistakes

Learners often say '我喜欢这个名胜' (I like this famous spot) when they should be more specific, such as '我喜欢这个名胜古迹' (I like this historical scenic spot). Also, mixing up with other similar terms can lead to confusion.

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Component Characters

名míngname
HSK 26 strokes口
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胜shèngvictory
HSK 59 strokes⺼
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How to say a place famous for its scenery or historical relics in Chinese

“a place famous for its scenery or historical relics” in Chinese is名胜míngshèng

名胜 refers to a place that is renowned for its natural beauty or historical significance. Commonly used in travel contexts, it highlights locations that attract tourists due to their scenic landscapes or cultural heritage.

When to use 名胜

Common mistakes include confusing 名胜 with 名字 (name) due to the similar beginning. Remember that 名胜 specifically refers to scenic spots. This term is more formal and often used in travel brochures or guides.

名胜 or something close to it

名胜 (scenic spot) vs 风景 (scenery) — choose 名胜 when emphasizing a specific renowned location rather than the general concept of scenery.

What learners get wrong

Learners often say '我喜欢这个名胜' (I like this famous spot) when they should be more specific, such as '我喜欢这个名胜古迹' (I like this historical scenic spot). Also, mixing up with other similar terms can lead to confusion.

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名胜 includes national parks, historical sites, and famous landmarks that attract visitors.

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