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March 24, 2026
景jǐng(jing3)
The character 景 (jǐng) primarily means 'scenery' or 'view', often used to describe beautiful landscapes or surroundings. It can also refer to circumstances or conditions in a broader context, making it versatile in both descriptive and situational usage.
Strokes12Radical日Frequency#7647DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, scenic views are often celebrated in poetry and art, reflecting the value placed on nature and its beauty. Scenic spots like West Lake (西湖) are significant cultural symbols, illustrating the importance of景 in everyday life.
Memory Tip
Imagine a beautiful scene (景) where the bright sun (明) shines down, illuminating the landscape. The character has a 'sun' (日) component above, symbolizing brightness, and 'scenery' is about the view you see. Picture yourself gazing at a stunning view while saying 'jǐng' to remember its meaning.
Meanings of 景
jǐng(jing3)
1scenery
2bright
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About 景
景Simplified
12Strokes
日Radical
名语素míngcínoun root (n.root)Part of Speech
#7647Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRC1
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风景 (fēngjǐng) vs 景色 (jǐngsè) — use 景 (jǐng) for a more general term encompassing scenery or circumstances, while 风景 (fēngjǐng) specifically refers to natural landscapes, and 景色 (jǐngsè) emphasizes the visual appearance.
Usage Notes
景 is often used in formal contexts, such as travel brochures or literature, to evoke vivid imagery. Common phrases include 风景 (fēngjǐng - landscape) and 景色 (jǐngsè - scenery). Be careful with tones, as mispronouncing jǐng can lead to confusion with other words.
HSK Study Tips
Although 景 is not in HSK lists, it connects with other descriptive words and terms relating to nature and environment. Focus on how景 can pair with other characters to form compound words that enhance your vocabulary about nature and experiences.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 景 with other characters with similar sounds, such as 精 (jīng - essence). For example, saying 景色 (jǐngsè) incorrectly as 精色 (jīngsè) alters the meaning entirely. Always remember the correct tone and context.
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Phonosemantic compound. 日 represents the meaning and 京 represents the sound.
1The giveawayThe sun 日 rising over a city 京; 京 also provides the pronunciation
2On the record asideographic — someone drew an idea rather than an object.
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Decomposition of 景
IDS Structure⿱日京
景Full Character
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日Ri4
top
京Jing1
bottom
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How to say scenery in Chinese
“scenery” in Chinese is景jǐng
The character 景 (jǐng) primarily means 'scenery' or 'view', often used to describe beautiful landscapes or surroundings. It can also refer to circumstances or conditions in a broader context, making it versatile in both descriptive and situational usage.
When to use 景
景 is often used in formal contexts, such as travel brochures or literature, to evoke vivid imagery. Common phrases include 风景 (fēngjǐng - landscape) and 景色 (jǐngsè - scenery). Be careful with tones, as mispronouncing jǐng can lead to confusion with other words.
景 or something close to it
风景 (fēngjǐng) vs 景色 (jǐngsè) — use 景 (jǐng) for a more general term encompassing scenery or circumstances, while 风景 (fēngjǐng) specifically refers to natural landscapes, and 景色 (jǐngsè) emphasizes the visual appearance.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 景 with other characters with similar sounds, such as 精 (jīng - essence). For example, saying 景色 (jǐngsè) incorrectly as 精色 (jīngsè) alters the meaning entirely. Always remember the correct tone and context.
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Grammar Patterns of 景
景 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 5 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
景 (jǐng) generally refers to scenery or circumstances, while 风景 (fēngjǐng) specifically means landscape or scenic view, emphasizing the natural aspect. Both terms can be used interchangeably in some contexts, but 风景 is more commonly used to highlight natural beauty.
Yes, 景 (jǐng) is a recognized surname in China, although it is not as common as some others. Surnames in China often have historical significance and can be traced back to ancient times.
景 (jǐng) can mean scenery or landscape, often used to describe beautiful views in nature. It can also refer to circumstances or situations. Additionally, it is a common surname in China.
You can use 景 (jǐng) in a sentence to describe a beautiful view, such as '这个地方的景色很美' (Zhège dìfāng de jǐngsè hěn měi), meaning 'The scenery in this place is beautiful.' It can also be used in phrases like '生活的景况' (shēnghuó de jǐngkuàng) to refer to the circumstances of life.
Common phrases include 风景 (fēngjǐng - landscape) and 景色 (jǐngsè - scenery).
It’s pronounced as 'jǐng', with a falling-rising tone.
Yes, it can be used in both contexts, though it often appears in more formal descriptions of nature.
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