waxing crescent moon
waxing crescent moon, 초승달 상현
The waxing crescent moon is the shape of the moon as it grows larger. It's one of the most beautiful lunar phases visible in the night sky.
Many people around the world make wishes upon seeing this phase of the moon. It also symbolizes new beginnings and hope.
초승달 상현은 달이 점점 커지는 모습을 보여주는 달의 모양입니다. 밤하늘에서 볼 수 있는 가장 아름다운 달의 모습 중 하나이죠.
전 세계 많은 사람들이 이 달의 모양을 보며 소원을 빕니다. 새로운 시작과 희망을 상징하기도 합니다.
The waxing crescent moon is the progressively enlarging lunar phase after the new moon. Astronomically, it's the period when sunlight begins to illuminate the right side of the moon. In Islamic cultures, this lunar phase serves as a religious symbol and is an important marker for the start of Ramadan.
In East Asia, including Korea, there's a tradition of wishing for a bountiful harvest upon seeing the crescent moon, and it's a frequent motif in poetry and literature. In modern times, it's also a popular emoji used on social media to express a sentimental nighttime atmosphere or romantic moments.