DESCRIBING A LANDSCAPE Flashcards

(33 cards)

1
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Large and expansive, often referring to open spaces (Vasto)

A

Vast / Expansive

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Stunningly beautiful, something that takes your breath away (Mozzafiato)

A

Breathtaking

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Visually attractive, like a picture or postcard (Pittoresco).

A

Picturesque

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Calm, peaceful, and undisturbed (Sereno)

A

Serene

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Grand, impressive, and awe-inspiring (Maestoso)

A

Majestic

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Gently rising and falling, often used for hills or countryside (ondulato)

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Rolling

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Untouched and pure, in its original, clean state (Pristino)

A

Pristine

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Rough, uneven, or rocky, often used for wild or mountainous landscapes.

A

Rugged

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9
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Abundantly green and full of vegetation.

A

Lush

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10
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Sweeping

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A view that stretches over a large area.

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Extremely peaceful and beautiful, often with a rural or pastoral feel.

A

Idyllic

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12
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Crystal-clear

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Very clear and transparent water.

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Describing water that has a bright blue-green color (turchese).

A

Turquoise

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Moving quickly, often used for rivers or waterfalls.

A

Rushing

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15
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Small waves forming on the surface of water.

A

Ripples/Rippling

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Thick with trees or vegetation (denso).

17
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Covered by the shade of trees.

18
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Leafy

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Full of leaves, often used to describe green and lush forests.

19
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Very old, often used to describe forests or trees with a sense of age and history.

20
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Often used to describe fields of wheat or grass bathed in sunlight (Dorati).

21
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Rich and productive, good for growing crops.

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Covered in grass.

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Level, without hills or mountains.

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Very dry, with little rain or moisture.

25
Empty, with little or no vegetation
Barren
26
Covered with or consisting of sand.
Sandy
27
Covered in or filled with dust.
Dusty
28
Describing lush, deep green landscapes (Color).
Emerald
29
Bright red, often used for sunsets or autumn leaves.
Scarlet
30
Warm orange or brown, often describing autumn landscapes (Ambrato).
Amber
31
Otherworldly, light, and delicate in appearance.
Ethereal
32
Eerie or mysterious, often with a sense of lingering presence.
Hunting
33
Warm and welcoming, giving a sense of comfort.