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March 24, 2026
月亮yuèliang(yue4liang5)
月亮 (yuèliang) means 'the moon' in Mandarin. It refers to the natural satellite that orbits the Earth, commonly associated with night and various cultural symbolism such as beauty and tranquility. It is often used in both poetic and everyday contexts.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the moon holds significant importance, especially during festivals like the Mid-Autumn Festival (中秋节, zhōngqiū jié), when families gather to admire the full moon and enjoy mooncakes, symbolizing reunion and harmony.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'yue' (月) that is shaped like a bright 'liang' (亮) light in the night sky. Visualize the moon shining brightly, illuminating the darkness, and connect the pronunciation 'yue' with the image of the moon glowing.
Meanings of 月亮
yuèliang(yue4liang5)
1the moon
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月亮Simplified
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#4508Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L3HSK 3.0L3ElementaryTOCFLL2HSKKL1CEFRA1
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星星 (xīngxing) - use 月亮 when referring specifically to the moon, while 星星 refers to stars in the night sky.
Usage Notes
Be mindful of the tonal pronunciation when saying 月亮; it’s pronounced with the fourth tone for '月' and the fifth tone for '亮'. This word is used in both informal and formal contexts, but avoid using it in overly scientific discussions about astronomy where more technical terms may be preferred.
HSK Study Tips
As part of HSK Level 3, 月亮 connects with other common vocabulary related to nature, such as 太阳 (tài yáng, 'sun') and 星星 (xīng xing, 'stars'). Focus on using this word in describing nighttime scenes or cultural references involving the moon.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse the tones, pronouncing it as 'yue4 liang4', which changes the meaning. Remember, it should be 'yue4 liang5' with the correct tones to mean 'the moon'.
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月亮 (yuèliang) means 'the moon' in Mandarin. It refers to the natural satellite that orbits the Earth, commonly associated with night and various cultural symbolism such as beauty and tranquility. It is often used in both poetic and everyday contexts.
When to use 月亮
Be mindful of the tonal pronunciation when saying 月亮; it’s pronounced with the fourth tone for '月' and the fifth tone for '亮'. This word is used in both informal and formal contexts, but avoid using it in overly scientific discussions about astronomy where more technical terms may be preferred.
月亮 or something close to it
星星 (xīngxing) - use 月亮 when referring specifically to the moon, while 星星 refers to stars in the night sky.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse the tones, pronouncing it as 'yue4 liang4', which changes the meaning. Remember, it should be 'yue4 liang5' with the correct tones to mean 'the moon'.
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Grammar Patterns of 月亮
月亮 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
The children like to watch the moon while listening to grandpa's stories.
Frequently Asked Questions about 月亮
月 is pronounced with a falling tone (yuè), while 亮 is pronounced with a rising tone (liàng). Make sure to emphasize the tones to convey the correct meaning.
While 月亮 is commonly used in everyday language, in scientific discussions, you may want to use the term 月球 (yuèqiú) for 'lunar body' or 'moon'.
月 (yuè) refers to the moon in a more general sense, while 月亮 (yuèliang) specifically emphasizes its brightness and is more commonly used in conversational contexts.
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