This is the 1709th most frequent Russian word.
виду
"Виду" means "appearance," "aspect," or "view," depending on context.
The word "виду" is used here to signify 'in mind,' referring to having a consideration or idea for something.
У меня есть что-то в виду для твоего проекта.
I have something in mind for your project.
In this sentence, "виду" is used in the phrase 'имея в виду,' which means 'having in mind' or 'considering,' showing an awareness or acknowledgment of something.
Имея в виду обстоятельства, мы решили отложить встречу.
Taking the circumstances into account, we decided to postpone the meeting.
Here, 'видно' is a related word to 'виду,' but it means 'visible' or 'can be seen,' showing its flexibility as a root concept.