vista
/BEES-tah/
sight
Vista primarily means the physical ability of sight or eyesight.
vista(Noun)
sight
?the sense of seeing
,eyesight
?the ability to see
vision
?referring to physical ability to see
📝 In Action
Mi abuela tiene muy buena vista para su edad.
A2My grandmother has very good eyesight for her age.
El sentido de la vista es uno de los más importantes.
B1The sense of sight is one of the most important.
Después de la operación, recuperó la vista por completo.
B2After the operation, he completely recovered his sight.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Confusing 'vista' and 'visión'
Mistake: "Me gusta la visión desde mi balcón."
Correction: Me gusta la vista desde mi balcón. Use 'vista' for a physical view. 'Visión' is more for an idea, a dream, or the general concept of sight.
⭐ Usage Tips
Talking About Eyesight
When you talk about how well you can see, 'vista' is the word you need. You can say 'tengo buena vista' (I have good eyesight) or 'tengo la vista cansada' (my eyes are tired).
As a noun, vista also means a view or scenery from a specific location, like a balcony or viewpoint.
vista(Noun)
view
?scenery from a particular place
scenery
?the general appearance of a place
,outlook
?what you can see from a window
📝 In Action
Quiero una habitación de hotel con vistas al mar.
A2I want a hotel room with a sea view.
La vista desde la cima de la montaña es espectacular.
B1The view from the top of the mountain is spectacular.
Este apartamento no tiene buenas vistas.
A2This apartment doesn't have good views.
💡 Grammar Points
Singular vs. Plural: 'vista' vs. 'vistas'
You can use the plural 'vistas' to talk about views, especially when booking hotels. 'Una habitación con vistas' (a room with views) is very common and sounds natural.
⭐ Usage Tips
Describing What You See
This is the perfect word to describe what you see from a window, a balcony, or a viewpoint ('mirador'). It's all about the picture in front of you.
In the common phrase punto de vista, vista signifies 'point of view' or 'perspective'.
📝 In Action
Desde mi punto de vista, la idea es excelente.
B1From my point of view, the idea is excellent.
A la vista de los hechos, tenemos que actuar.
B2In view of the facts, we have to act.
⭐ Usage Tips
Memorize the Phrase 'punto de vista'
Think of 'punto de vista' as a single chunk that means 'point of view'. It's a fantastic way to express your opinion in a slightly more formal way.
In formal or legal contexts, vista can refer to a court hearing or trial.
📝 In Action
La vista del juicio fue pospuesta para el próximo mes.
B2The court hearing was postponed until next month.
El juez escuchó a los testigos durante la vista oral.
C1The judge listened to the witnesses during the oral hearing.
Trabaja como vista de aduanas en el puerto.
C1He works as a customs agent at the port.
⭐ Usage Tips
Context is Key
If you hear 'vista' in a conversation about law, courts, or government, it probably means 'hearing' or 'trial'. It's a specialized use of the word.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: vista
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'vista' to talk about a physical ability?
📚 More Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between 'vista' and 'visión'?
'Vista' usually refers to the physical act or ability of seeing (eyesight) or what you physically see (a view). 'Visión' is often more abstract, referring to a mental image, a dream, a strategic plan (a company's vision), or the general concept of sight.
Is 'vista' always feminine?
Yes, when it's a noun, it is always feminine: 'la vista', 'una vista bonita'. It comes from the feminine form of the original Latin word.
How do I say 'at first sight' in Spanish?
You would say 'a primera vista'. For example, 'Me enamoré a primera vista' means 'I fell in love at first sight'.