魓 (bì) - A star in Chinese astronomy, specifically the 22nd

魓Tone 4

bì ｜ 19 strokes ｜ radical:

傲不

魓 · bì

A star in Chinese astronomy, specifically the 22nd star in the 28 lunar mansions (Xiu), part of the Turtle-Snake constellation.

A star in Chinese astronomy, specifically the 22nd

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Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The star Bi (魓) is part of the lunar mansion system (二十八宿).
  • In ancient star charts, Bi (魓) is located in the Turtle-Snake constellation (玄武).
  • Astronomers recorded the position of Bi (魓).

Collocations

  • Star Bi(星宿魓)
  • Lunar mansion Bi(宿魓)
  • Turtle-Snake constellation(玄武)
  • Twenty-eight mansions(二十八宿)
  • Astronomical record(天文记载)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Part of the traditional Chinese system of 28 lunar mansions used in astronomy and astrology.
  • Associated with the Black Tortoise (Xuan Wu) of the Four Symbols in Chinese cosmology.

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