sightseeing
1 synonym for sightseeing, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Visiting and looking at places of interest, typically as a tourist.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
rubber-necking
How to use sightseeing
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
go sightseeing
sightseeing tour
sightseeing trip
Etymology
A compound of sight and seeing.
Full origin of sightseeing →Frequently asked questions
What does “sightseeing” mean?
The word “sightseeing” means visiting and looking at places of interest, typically as a tourist. In plain terms, touring around to look at interesting or famous places.
How do you use “sightseeing” in a sentence?
Here is “sightseeing” used in a sentence: “We spent the first day sightseeing around the old town.”
What part of speech is “sightseeing”?
“Sightseeing” is a noun.
Is “sightseeing” a common word?
“Sightseeing” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.
