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belvedere

BEHL-vih-deer

Belvedere (noun) means a raised structure, tower, or gallery built to enjoy a scenic view. Example: “They climbed to the belvedere for a sweeping view of the valley.”

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A raised structure, tower, or gallery built to enjoy a scenic view.
"They climbed to the belvedere for a sweeping view of the valley."

How to use belvedere

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA small building or platform positioned specifically to take in a nice view.

Word forms

Belvedered past tense, belvederes plural, Belvederes singular

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Etymology

Borrowed from Italian belvedere, literally "beautiful view."

Origin: Italian

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Frequently asked questions

What does “belvedere” mean?

The word “belvedere” means a raised structure, tower, or gallery built to enjoy a scenic view. In plain terms, a small building or platform positioned specifically to take in a nice view.

How do you pronounce “belvedere”?

“Belvedere” is pronounced BEHL-vih-deer (/ˈbɛl.vəˌdɪɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “belvedere” in a sentence?

Here is “belvedere” used in a sentence: “They climbed to the belvedere for a sweeping view of the valley.”

What part of speech is “belvedere”?

“Belvedere” is a noun.

Where does the word “belvedere” come from?

The word “belvedere” comes from Italian. Borrowed from Italian belvedere, literally "beautiful view.".

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