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Definition
The full moon, specifically the fifteenth day of the lunar month.
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How it's used
While 望 refers to the full moon in a formal or astronomical context, it is rarely used in everyday speech. Most people prefer using 滿月 or 月圓 when talking about the moon's appearance. It is primarily encountered in literary descriptions or specific lunar calendar terminology.
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The full moon on the fifteenth of the lunar calendar is very round.
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Common phrases
lunation
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with the common verb 望, which means to look or gaze. Using 望 to mean full moon in casual conversation will likely confuse listeners, as they will interpret it as the verb.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
