眺め

• Reading: ながめ
• Romaji: nagame
• Kanji breakdown: 眺 (chou/naga) — to gaze, to view
• Pronunciation: /na.ɡa.me/

Meaning

A scene or view; the prospect or outlook from a particular vantage point.

A noun derived from the verb 眺める (nagameru, to gaze at). Refers to the visual scene or panorama one sees from a location. Common expressions: 眺めがいい (nagame ga ii, has a nice view), 眺めを楽しむ (nagame wo tanoshimu, to enjoy the view). Often used for describing views from windows, mountains, or buildings.

Examples

1. このホテルの部屋は眺めがとてもいい。 The view from this hotel room is amazing.
2. 山の上からの眺めは最高だった。 The view from the top of the mountain was spectacular.
3. 窓からの眺めを楽しみながらコーヒーを飲んだ。 I enjoyed the view from the window while drinking coffee.

Usage Guide

Context: travel, real estate, nature

Tone: appreciative

Origin & History

Noun form of 眺める (to gaze at). The kanji 眺 combines 目 (eye) and 兆 (sign/omen), suggesting looking out at something expansive.

Cultural Context

Era: Ancient

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal