jeon6 jyut6閏月闰月
Jyutpingjeon6 jyut6
Yaleyeuhn yuht
Definition
Leap month, especially an extra month added periodically in the lunar calendar.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the extra month inserted into the lunar calendar to keep it aligned with the solar year. It is a technical term used primarily when discussing traditional festivals or birthdays that follow the lunar cycle. People often check the calendar to see if a specific year has one because it affects the timing of holidays like the Mid Autumn Festival.
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There is a leap second month in the lunar calendar this year.
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