映月读书 — “To study diligently by moonlight”
映月读书 is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to study diligently by moonlight”. Symbolizing perseverance and hard work despite impoverished circumstances. Literally, “Study by moonlight”.
映月读书 Pronunciation and Pinyin
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Origin and Story of 映月读书
During the Southern Dynasties, Jiang Bi came from a poor family.
During the day, he had to help with various chores to make a living. At night, he seized the time to study.
As he couldn't afford candles, he could only read by the light of the moon.
When the moon began to set in the west, he would climb a ladder to continue reading. He often fell from the ladder due to exhaustion but would always get up and resume his studies.
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What does 映月读书 mean?
映月读书 (yìng yuè dú shū) is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to study diligently by moonlight”.
How do you pronounce 映月读书?
映月读书 is pronounced yìng yuè dú shū in Mandarin Chinese.
What does 映月读书 literally mean?
Literally, 映月读书 means “Study by moonlight”. It is used to mean “to study diligently by moonlight”.
Where does 映月读书 come from?
映月读书 comes from a classical Chinese story dating back to ancient China. The full story is on this page.
What is the Chinese definition of 映月读书?
利用月光来照明读书。形容家境清贫，勤学苦读。