landscape
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈlændˌskeɪp/
KK: /ˈlændˌskeɪp/
adjective
Definition
Relating to the physical features of a land area, especially in terms of its appearance or design.
Example
The landscape design of the park includes beautiful flower beds and walking paths.
Conversation
I finally got my hands on that landscape photography book you recommended!
Oh, that's awesome! I've been wanting to see those pictures myself.
The landscape shots are breathtaking; I can't believe how beautiful nature can be.
I know right? It makes me want to go hiking this weekend!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
scenic
picturesque
horizontal
Antonyms
portrait
vertical
unattractive
intransitive verb
Definition
To create or arrange the outdoor scenery in an artistic way, often involving gardens or parks.
Example
The artist decided to landscape the garden to make it more beautiful and inviting.
Tense Forms
Past: landscaped
Past Participle: landscaped
Conversation
Did you see the garden after they landscaped it?
Yes, it looks amazing with all the new plants and flowers!
I know, right? I didn't expect such a transformation.
noun
Definition
A large area of land that can be seen in a single view, often including natural features like hills, trees, and water.
Example
The painting beautifully captures the serene landscape of the countryside.
Conversation
Have you seen the new park by the river?
Yeah, the landscape there is really beautiful.
I love how they designed it with all those trees and flowers.
transitive verb
Definition
To make a piece of land more attractive by changing its shape and adding plants or trees.
Example
They decided to landscape their backyard with colorful flowers and a small pond.
Tense Forms
Past: landscaped
Past Participle: landscaped
Conversation
Have you thought about how to landscape your backyard this summer?
I have! I want to make it look more inviting with some flowers and shrubs.
That sounds great! It really can change the whole vibe of the space when you landscape it well.
Root Explanation
Landscape → It is formed from "land" (from Old English *land*, meaning ground or earth) and "scape" (from Old English *sceap*, meaning shape or view). The word "landscape" refers to a view or representation of a stretch of land.
Memory Tip
Think of the word 'land' as the ground you see, and 'scape' as the shape or view of that land — together, they create the idea of a landscape.
Visually Confused Words
handscrape
manscape