Meaning
夜空 refers to the sky as seen during nighttime. It encompasses everything visible above when darkness falls—stars, the moon, planets, and clouds. This word is commonly used in both everyday conversation and literary contexts when discussing astronomy, romantic scenery, or natural beauty.
Usage
Native speakers use 夜空 when describing evening or nighttime sky conditions, often in poetic or descriptive contexts. It frequently appears in weather descriptions, romantic settings, and astronomical discussions. Common collocations include describing the night sky's appearance (璀璨的夜空 'brilliant night sky') or what appears in it (夜空中的星星 'stars in the night sky').
Examples
- 01今晚的夜空特别美，可以看到很多星星。, .Tonight's night sky is especially beautiful; you can see many stars.
- 02他喜欢在夜空下散步，思考人生。, .He likes to take walks under the night sky and contemplate life.
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Common collocations
- 璀璨的夜空brilliant/sparkling night sky
- 夜空中in the night sky
- 仰望夜空to gaze up at the night sky
- 晴朗的夜空clear night sky
Origin
A straightforward compound combining 夜 (night) and 空 (sky), literally meaning 'night sky.' This is a modern standard compound that directly describes its referent.