朔
new moon; north
Meanings
3 senses · 15 examplesnoun
new moon; first day of lunar month
literaryAstronomical and traditional calendar term referring to the new moon phase when the moon is between Earth and the sun.
The first day of the lunar month is called the new moon day.
In the lunar calendar, the new moon and full moon are two important moon phases.
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Ancient astronomers precisely calculated the timing of the new moon.
A synodic month refers to the time interval from one new moon to the next.
According to traditional customs, there are specific sacrificial activities on the new moon day.
noun
first day of lunar month
literarySpecifically refers to the first day in traditional Chinese lunar calendar.
The new moon and full moon days are important concepts in traditional Chinese calendar.
Ancient people often performed blessing activities on the first day of the lunar month.
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On the new moon and full moon days, the imperial court would hold special ceremonies.
This historical book records major events that occurred on the first day of the lunar month.
The alternation of new moons and full moons symbolizes the cyclical nature of time.
adjective
northern; of the north
literaryLiterary term used in classical Chinese to refer to northern directions or regions.
Winters in the northern regions are extremely cold.
The north wind is piercing, and heavy snow is falling.
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He was ordered to go as an envoy to the northern deserts.
In ancient poetry, the north wind is often used as a metaphor for difficult circumstances.
The ethnic minorities in the northern regions have unique cultures.