Confused Nouns

Scene and Scenery

Rule: Scene is a particular spot of an event/happening; Scenery is the natural landscape of a place.

Incorrect Usage: (a) The cops arrived at the crime scenery very late.

                                (b) The view of the scene was breathtaking.

Correct Usage: (a) The cops arrived at the crime scene very late.

                                             (b) The view of the scenery was breathtaking.