shuǐ​yuè

water and the moon

  • created sense approved 水月 · shuǐ​yuè · water and the moon — "Initial import from upstream dictionary"

    水月

    shuǐ​yuè

    water and the moon

    the combination of water and the moon, often referring to a clear and beautiful landscape context

    水 (literal) → 水 · shuǐ · water 月 (literal) → 月 · yuè · moon

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  • created sense approved 水月 · shuǐ​yuè · the moon's reflection in water — "Initial import from upstream dictionary"

    水月

    shuǐ​yuè

    the moon's reflection in water

    the reflection of the moon on the surface of water; figuratively, a symbol of purity, clarity, or an empty illusion

    水 (literal) → 水 · shuǐ · water 月 (literal) → 月 · yuè · moon

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