景点

• Pinyin: jǐng diǎn
• Hanzi breakdown: 景 = 日 + 京, scenery; 点 = 占 + 灬, point/spot

Meaning

Scenic spot; tourist attraction; point of interest. A location known for its scenery or significance.

Standard term for tourist destinations, whether natural (自然景点) or cultural (人文景点). Often used with modifiers like 热门景点 (popular attraction), 著名景点 (famous attraction), or 免费景点 (free attraction). Common in travel contexts and tourism industry.

Examples

1. 这座城市有很多著名景点，三天根本逛不完。 This city has many famous attractions; three days isn't nearly enough to see them all.
2. 节假日各大景点人满为患，建议错峰出行。 Major tourist spots are overcrowded during holidays; it's advisable to travel during off-peak times.
3. 这个小众景点还没被开发，保留着原始的自然风貌。 This off-the-beaten-path attraction hasn't been developed yet and retains its original natural appearance.

Usage Guide

Context: travel, tourism, everyday

Tone: informative

Do Say

• 这个景点门票多少钱？(How much is the admission to this attraction?)
• 推荐几个当地必去的景点。(Recommend some must-visit local attractions.)

Don't Say

• 把景点和景区混为一谈 (景点 is a specific spot; 景区 is a larger scenic area that may contain multiple 景点)

Origin & History

Compound of 景 (scenery) + 点 (point, spot). Literally 'scenery point' — a designated spot for viewing scenery.

Cultural Context

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal