vistas

BEES-tahs

nounfA1

views?scenery or outlook from a specific place

Also:hearings?legal proceedings in a court,sights?the things one can see

📝 In Action

El hotel tiene unas vistas maravillosas al mar.

The hotel has wonderful views of the sea.

Las vistas desde la cima de la montaña son increíbles.

The views from the top of the mountain are incredible.

El juez fijó las vistas para el próximo mes.

The judge set the hearings for next month.

Word Connections

Synonyms

paisajes (landscapes)
panoramas (panoramas)

Common Collocations

vistas al mar – sea views
punto de vista – point of view

Idioms & Expressions

a simple vista – with the naked eye / at a glance

💡 Grammar Points

Plural Noun Usage

Even though you might just see one landscape, Spanish speakers often use the plural 'vistas' to describe the overall view from a window or balcony.

❌ Common Pitfalls

Using 'miradas' instead

Mistake: "La habitación tiene buenas miradas."

Correction: La habitación tiene buenas vistas.

⭐ Usage Tips

Real Estate Tip

When looking for an apartment, 'vistas exteriores' means the windows face the street, while 'vistas interiores' means they face a courtyard.

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: vistas

Question 1 of 2

Which sentence uses 'vistas' to mean 'scenery'?

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Word Family

vista(view/sight) - noun

ver(to see) - verb

vistoso(showy/colorful) - adjective

vestir(to dress) - verb

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'vistas' always feminine?

As a noun meaning 'views' or an adjective meaning 'seen,' yes, it is always feminine. As a verb form, it doesn't have a gender; it just changes based on the person you are talking to.

Can 'vistas' mean a court trial?

Yes, in a legal context, 'vistas' refers to the public hearings or sessions where a judge listens to a case.