Meaning
远眺 means to look or gaze far into the distance, typically from an elevated position. It carries a somewhat literary or contemplative tone, suggesting someone taking time to appreciate a distant view or landscape. The word emphasizes both the physical act of looking far away and often implies a sense of admiration or reflection.
Usage
This verb is commonly used in literary or descriptive contexts, such as travel writing, poetry, or when describing scenic views. Native speakers use it when standing on mountaintops, tall buildings, or other vantage points. It's less common in casual everyday conversation compared to simpler words like 看 (kàn), but appropriate when the speaker wants to convey the grandeur or contemplative quality of viewing distant scenery.
Examples
- 01站在山顶上远眺,整个城市尽收眼底。, .Standing on the mountaintop and gazing into the distance, the entire city comes into view.
- 02他喜欢在阳台上远眺大海,思考人生。, .He likes to gaze at the sea from the balcony and contemplate life.
Characters
Common collocations
- 登高远眺to climb high and gaze into the distance
- 凭窗远眺to lean by the window and gaze afar
- 远眺群山to gaze at distant mountains
Antonyms
Origin
The character 眺 (tiào) is composed of the eye radical 目 and the phonetic component 兆, specifically indicating the act of looking far away. Combined with 远 (far), the word literally means 'distant gazing.'