sightseeing
Translation
sightseeing
Examples
We went sightseeing in the city.
We went sightseeing in the city.
Did you have time for any sightseeing?
Did you have time for any sightseeing?
Grammar Patterns
((to go)) to go sightseeing We went sightseeing in the city.
((to do some)) to do some sightseeing We did some sightseeing in the morning.
Similar Words
Synonyms: tourism, touring, exploring
Etymology
A compound of 'sight' and 'seeing'. Literally, 'seeing the sights'.
Memory Tips
It's the activity you do when you want to 'see' the 'sights' of a new place.