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视野 (shì yě) vs 眼界 (yǎn jiè): use 视野 for a broader perspective or field of vision, while 眼界 emphasizes the limits of one's experience or knowledge.
When using 视野, be mindful of its context; it can be both literal and metaphorical. Common collocations include 开阔视野 (expand one's horizons) and 扩大视野 (broaden one's view). A common mistake is to confuse it with 视线 (line of sight), which refers specifically to the direction one is looking.
As an HSK 6 word, 视野 connects with other advanced vocabulary related to perception and understanding. Students should focus on using it in more complex sentences that express nuanced ideas about perspective and insight.
Learners often misuse 视野 when they mean to say '视线' (line of sight). For example, saying '我的视野很清晰' (My field of view is clear) instead of '我的视线很清晰' (My line of sight is clear) conflates the two concepts.
Pronunciation of 视野
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How to say field of view in Chinese
“field of view” in Chinese is视野
视野 (shì yě) refers to one's field of vision or perspective, both literally in terms of sight and metaphorically in terms of understanding or outlook on life. It is commonly used in contexts related to vision, insight, and broader perspectives, emphasizing how one's surroundings or experiences shape their understanding.
When to use 视野
When using 视野, be mindful of its context; it can be both literal and metaphorical. Common collocations include 开阔视野 (expand one's horizons) and 扩大视野 (broaden one's view). A common mistake is to confuse it with 视线 (line of sight), which refers specifically to the direction one is looking.
视野 or something close to it
视野 (shì yě) vs 眼界 (yǎn jiè): use 视野 for a broader perspective or field of vision, while 眼界 emphasizes the limits of one's experience or knowledge.
What learners get wrong
Learners often misuse 视野 when they mean to say '视线' (line of sight). For example, saying '我的视野很清晰' (My field of view is clear) instead of '我的视线很清晰' (My line of sight is clear) conflates the two concepts.
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Grammar Patterns of 视野
视野 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 2 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.
Complete the Sentence
四周的____都很好。
Visibility was good all round.
Example Sentences for 视野 (3)
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Visibility was good all round.
Frequently Asked Questions about 视野
Yes, 视野 can refer to metaphorical perspectives, such as one's viewpoint on social issues.
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