English Reference
Idiom idiom

point of view


a way of thinking about a situation or an opinion on a subject.


SIMPLE

“Everyone has a different point of view on this movie.”

CONTEXTUAL

“I understand your point of view, but I still think we should try a different approach.”

COMPLEX

“The author presents the historical events from the point of view of a common soldier, providing a unique perspective on the conflict.”


Calque of French point de vue.

Last updated April 22, 2026