Moonrise Meaning in English
word
ˈmunˌraɪz
MOON-ryz
mˈuːnɹaɪz
MOON-ryz
Definition
The time or moment when the moon appears above the horizon in the sky.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly used in scientific, poetic, or descriptive contexts. 'Moonrise' pairs with 'moonset', similar to 'sunrise'/'sunset'. Not to be confused with the rising phase of the moon (waxing). Commonly used for planning outdoor activities or observing nature.
Spanish: salida de la lunaPortuguese (BR): nascente da luaPortuguese (PT): nascimento da luaChinese (Simplified): 月升Chinese (Traditional): 月升Hindi: चाँद का उगनाArabic: شروق القمرBengali: চাঁদ ওঠাRussian: восход луныJapanese: 月の出Vietnamese: trăng mọcKorean: 달 출몰 - 달이 뜨는 시각Turkish: ayın doğuşuUrdu: طلوعِ قمرIndonesian: terbit bulan
Example Sentences
We waited by the lake for moonrise.
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Moonrise was at 7:20 last night.
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The moonrise was beautiful over the mountains.
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Let’s go for a walk and catch the moonrise together.
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People gathered on the rooftop to watch the first moonrise of the year.
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If you love photography, moonrise is a magical time for pictures.
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