moon
word
/ˈmun/
moon
/mˈuːn/
moon
Definition
The moon is the large round object that moves around the Earth and shines at night by reflecting the sun’s light. It can also refer to a natural satellite that moves around a planet.
Usage & Nuances
Usually 'the moon' means Earth’s moon, so it often takes 'the'. In science contexts, 'moon' can mean any natural satellite. Common phrases include 'full moon', 'half moon', and 'moonlight'.
Spanish: lunaPortuguese (BR): luaPortuguese (PT): luaChinese (Simplified): 月亮Chinese (Traditional): 月亮Hindi: चाँद - चंद्रमाArabic: القمرBengali: চাঁদRussian: луна - спутник (естественный, планеты)Japanese: 月Vietnamese: mặt trăng - vệ tinh tự nhiênKorean: 달Turkish: ayUrdu: چاندIndonesian: bulan
Example Sentences
The moon looks very bright tonight.
basic
We can see the moon from the window.
basic
The astronauts traveled to the moon.
basic
The kids were still awake, staring at the moon through the car window.
natural
There’s a full moon tonight, so the beach should look amazing.
natural
I couldn’t sleep, so I just sat outside and watched the moon for a while.
natural