scenic beauty
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2.5
- noun
- /ˈsiːnɪk ˈbjuːti/
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belleza escénica
- The mountain range is renowned for its stunning scenic beauty, drawing photographers and artists every season.
- natural scenic beauty
Examples
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For those planning to spend Thanksgiving in the central Shenandoah Valley, the scenic beauty of the Blue Ridge and Appalachian Mountains adds to the special holiday experience.
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Active programs that emphasize recreation and appreciation of scenic beauty may be expected to appeal to these people.
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Me: Yes, in Melbourne you can find an amazing blend of sports, museums, culture, shopping, and scenic beauty - it touches every aspect of life.
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Due to the unique surroundings of mountains, red rocks, and climate, St. George offers some of the most natural scenic beauty in all of the United States.
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Driving up the Queensland coast to Port Douglas, we see beaches that rival those of the Caribbean for scenic beauty.
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The New River, then, along with the Blue Ridge Parkway, has become increasingly important because of its scenic beauty and ability to attract sightseers.
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Visitors from all over the world come to admire the scenic beauty of the Grand Canyon.
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Driving through the countryside, we were captivated by the scenic beauty of the rolling hills and vibrant wildflowers.
Synonyms
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A combination of qualities like shape and color that pleases the eye
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A view of land and nature seen at once, often beautiful
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A natural view of hills, trees, or water that looks beautiful
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A beautiful view seen from a high place or through a window
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Attractive views of natural places like mountains, forests, or the coast
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1.8
A very beautiful scene you see from a place like a mountain or sea
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A very beautiful view that makes you feel amazed
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A very beautiful view that makes you feel amazed
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Very beautiful natural views that amaze you
A way a place or scene looks when it is very attractive like a picture
A natural view that looks like a pretty picture
A wide view of land and nature, like hills and fields
How Beautiful
Surface Forms
Morphology
The phrase 'scenic beauty' is directly compositional: 'scenic' means having attractive natural views and 'beauty' means pleasing aesthetic qualities, so a B1 learner who knows both words can readily infer it refers to the attractive/picturesque quality of a landscape. This adjective+noun pattern is common and has clear cross-linguistic equivalents, making the meaning transparent rather than idiomatic.
Etymology
Scenic beauty comes from the simple image of a scenic 'scene', a view of mountains, lakes or the coast that looks very pleasing, and of beauty meaning 'something pleasing to look at'. That's why it means the 'attractive look' of a landscape.