Meaning

Primary

Scene

Alternatives

Sight, Spectacle

Word Type

noun

Explanation

When light shines on a scene, it's still a scene. The light is here to create some drama, also making this a sight or a spectacle.

光景 refers to a scene or sight that leaves an impression, whether it's unfolding in front of you or recalled in your mind. It's often used in a poetic way to describe moments that are especially vivid — whether touching, beautiful, striking, or painful.

Reading

こうけい
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word, which usually means on'yomi readings from the kanji. If you know the readings of your kanji you'll know how to read this as well.

Context

Common Word Combinations

  • 光景を見る

    to look at a scene

    光景をながめる

    to gaze at a scene

    光景を思い出す

    to recall a scene

Context Sentences

毎日のように見ている光景なのに、それまで全く気づかなかったよ。

It's something I see every day but I didn’t not notice it at all.

みなさんの心に深く残っている光景を教えてください。

Please tell me about a scene that deeply lingers in your heart.

このような絵のように美しい光景は今までみたことがありません。

I’ve never seen such a beautiful spectacle before.

あはは、これは中々シュールな光景だね。

Ahaha, this is quite a surreal sight, isn't it?

Kanji Composition