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    Expressing 'full moon' with 满月 (mǎnyuè)

    Description & Modification
    Time Expressions

    Structure

    满月 + 的时候

    Explanation

    The term 满月 (mǎnyuè) describes the full moon, when the moon appears as a complete circle. It is used in both astronomical and cultural contexts, especially during festivals like the Mid-Autumn Festival. For example, 满月的时候 means "when there is a full moon."

    Examples

    • 中秋节那天正好是满月。

      Zhōngqiūjié nà tiān zhènghǎo shì mǎnyuè.

      The Mid-Autumn Festival falls exactly on a full moon.

    • 满月的夜晚，海边特别美。

      Mǎnyuè de yèwǎn, hǎibiān tèbié měi.

      On a full moon night, the seaside is especially beautiful.

    • 她站在窗前看着天上的满月。

      Tā zhàn zài chuāng qián kànzhe tiānshang de mǎnyuè.

      She stood by the window gazing at the full moon in the sky.

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