Need a little refresher on the stories and legends of the Mid-Autumn Festival? Here’s some iconic folklore to get you up to speed‚ or hit the ‘share’ button to spread the mooncake love with friends and family!
你知道中秋节的来历以及它的故事吗?让我们一起认识这个传统节日吧!记得点击 “Share” 分享给你的家人朋友!
Story and Illustration by Aaron Mo, Cheri Loh
Translation by 988 FM
Aside from being a fun family activity‚ lanterns are said to symbolise a happy reunion amongst families.
中秋节期间,除了赏月吃月饼,绝对也少不了提灯笼;灯笼也被象征为一家团聚的快乐时光。
Lanterns back then were made in a round shape‚ and the ‘round’ character in Mandarin has a similar pronunciation to ‘reunion’.
以前的灯笼并不像现代灯笼有那么多的款式,古代的灯笼都是圆形,上面也会写着一个圆字象征着团圆。
In some areas of China‚ lanterns are also a symbol of fertility and good fortune.
在中国,灯笼也有着好运以及子孙满堂的意义。