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scenery

n. uncountable
B1 Intermediate US //ˈsinɝi// UK //sˈiːnəɹi// scenery

n. the natural things you see around you in the countryside, like mountains, trees, and rivers. It is usually used to describe a view that is beautiful or impressive.

n. the natural features of a landscape, such as mountains, valleys, and forests, considered in terms of their appearance. Often carries a positive aesthetic connotation.


SIMPLE

The train ride offers some beautiful mountain scenery.

CONTEXTUAL

We stopped at several viewpoints along the coast to admire the rugged scenery and take photos of the cliffs.

COMPLEX

While the local economy relies heavily on industrial farming, the region's dramatic scenery continues to attract thousands of hikers and nature photographers every summer.

Synonyms
Origin

Earlier scenary, from scene + -ary, but now remodelled as scene + -ery.

Usage

Uncountable — cannot be used in the plural ('sceneries') or with 'a'. Often paired with adjectives like 'spectacular', 'breathtaking', or 'stunning'.

Pitfall

The sceneries in Switzerland are beautiful.The scenery in Switzerland is beautiful.Scenery is uncountable and does not have a plural form.

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