vista
/ˈbista/
The English phrase "view" translates to Spanish as vista.
vista is used to refer to a view, such as a landscape or a scene seen from a specific vantage point. In an internet context, it can also refer to an individual viewing of a web page or a video. If you are referring specifically to a mental image, the word visión is used instead.
Meaning: to look at (verb)
Which one should you use?
While vista is used for a view or a landscape, it is also the word for 'sight' or 'vision' when discussing the physical ability to see, such as in the phrase tener buena vista (to have good sight). For a wide or extensive view in formal contexts, you might use panorama and to emphasize the visual aspect of a natural or picturesque view, you can use paisaje. For internet views, you may also see the words reproducción or visualización.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
vista is a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈbista/
What mistakes should you avoid?
Do not confuse the noun vista (a view) with the verb ver (to see). vista is the thing being seen, whereas ver is the action of seeing.
Did you know?
- In legal contexts, a vista is not a landscape but a formal hearing or a court session where evidence is presented.
- The English word 'visit' shares a common ancestor with vista through the Latin word for 'seeing', as to visit someone was originally to 'look at' or 'inspect' them.
- The expression de vista is used to describe someone you know only by sight but have never spoken to, as in lo conozco de vista.
Examples in context
- La vista es asombrosa.The view is amazing.This sentence is useful for describing a view.Tatoeba #1408462 by marcelostockle, translation #1125647 by CM
- La vista es maravillosa.The view is wonderful.Tatoeba #12327945 by Serrot, translation #11158511 by CK
- Entiendo tu punto de vista.I can understand your point of view.This sentence is useful for using the phrase 'point of view'.Tatoeba #1429631 by hayastan, translation #1096486 by CK
- La vista desde mi apartamento es espectacularThe view from my apartment is spectacular
- El panorama desde el mirador es impresionanteThe panorama from the viewpoint is impressive
- El paisaje de esta región es encantadorThe landscape of this region is charming
- ¡Qué buena vista tiene este restaurante!What a great view this restaurant has!
- Tomé una panorámica de la playa para recordarlaI took a panorama of the beach to remember it
- 79 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Lucía and Javier are standing on a balcony overlooking the city.
- LucíaMira, Javier, ¡qué vista tan bonita!Look, Javier, what a beautiful view!
- JavierEs verdad, se ve todo el valle.It's true, you can see the whole valley.
- LucíaMe encanta tener esta vista desde aquí.I love having this view from here.
- JavierYo también, es muy relajante.Me too, it is very relaxing.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry vista, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries vista, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
