Throughout East Asia, one of the biggest holidays of the year is the Mid-Autumn Festival. It is also known as the Moon Festival. Historically, the festival is associated with the autumn equinox and the fall harvest. It is a time for families to come together and give thanks for all of their good fortune. As people prepare for the cold winter months, the bright moon is a symbol of life, hope, and reunion.
在东亚地区,一年当中最盛大的节日之一是中秋节。它也被称为月亮节。在历史上,这个节日与秋分和秋收有关。这是一个家庭团聚、感谢所有好运的时刻。当人们为寒冷的冬季做准备时,明亮的月亮是生命、希望以及团聚的象征。
生活必备字词:
harvest n. 收成∕获
come together 聚集
fortune n. 运气
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本文节录自《常春藤生活英语》杂志,完整内容请见九月号。
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