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Sight

🇬🇧 UK /["/saɪt/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/saɪt/"]/

Meaning of Sight

the ability to see

In simple words: The ability to see; vision.

Sight in a sentence

• The sight of the sunset was breathtaking, filling the sky with beautiful colors.
• After the accident, he lost his sight and had to learn to navigate the world differently.
• The city offers a variety of sights to see, from historical landmarks to modern architecture.
• Her sight was blurry at a distance, so she decided to get glasses.
• In the distance, he spotted an unusual sight that caught his attention.

How to use Sight

Use 'sight' when referring to the physical act of seeing or something that is seen. It can be used formally or informally. Avoid using 'sight' when discussing metaphorical vision or insight.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'sight' seeing tour where you look at things.

Related words

Collocations with Sight

• have
• lose
• regain
• deteriorate
• fail
• go
• test
• defects
• problems
• the/​your sense of sight
• catch
• get
• have
• gag
• at the sight (of)
• on sight
• at first sight
• cannot bear the sight of something
• cannot stand the sight of something
• come into
• disappear from
• vanish from
• in sight
• out of sight
• within sight of
• in full sight of somebody
• in plain sight
• be nowhere in sight
• common
• familiar
• regular
• behold
• see
• witness
• greet
• be quite a sight
• be spared the sight of something
• not a pretty sight
• famous
• historic
• see
• take in
• visit
• have somebody/​something in
• have somebody/​something within
• fix
• have your sights set on something
• set your sights on something
• set your sights high

Synonyms for Sight

• eyesight

Opposites of Sight

• blindness
• invisibility

Common mistakes with Sight

• 'Sight' confused with 'site' (a place).
• 'Sight' used as a verb (correct form is 'see').
• Using 'sight' in expressions that use 'vision' instead.

Frequently asked questions about Sight

What does Sight mean?

The ability to see; vision.

What is the definition of Sight?

the ability to see

How do you use Sight in a sentence?

The sight of the sunset was breathtaking, filling the sky with beautiful colors.

Can you give another example of Sight?

After the accident, he lost his sight and had to learn to navigate the world differently.

What are synonyms for Sight?

Common alternatives include eyesight.

What is the opposite of Sight?

Opposite meanings include blindness, invisibility.

What words go with Sight?

It commonly pairs with have, lose, regain, deteriorate, fail, go, test, defects, problems, the/​your sense of sight, catch, get, have, gag, at the sight (of), on sight, at first sight, cannot bear the sight of something, cannot stand the sight of something, come into, disappear from, vanish from, in sight, out of sight, within sight of, in full sight of somebody, in plain sight, be nowhere in sight, common, familiar, regular, behold, see, witness, greet, be quite a sight, be spared the sight of something, not a pretty sight, famous, historic, see, take in, visit, have somebody/​something in, have somebody/​something within, fix, have your sights set on something, set your sights on something, set your sights high.

What are common mistakes when using Sight?

'Sight' confused with 'site' (a place). 'Sight' used as a verb (correct form is 'see'). Using 'sight' in expressions that use 'vision' instead.

How do you pronounce Sight?

US: /["/saɪt/"]/, UK: /["/saɪt/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Sight?

Use 'sight' when referring to the physical act of seeing or something that is seen. It can be used formally or informally. Avoid using 'sight' when discussing metaphorical vision or insight.

What CEFR level is Sight?

"Sight" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.