📖 Meaning
Literally referring to a warm, gentle breeze and bright, sunny skies. It describes pleasant, fair weather that is warm and radiant. Often used to set a cheerful scene for outings or describe a fine spring day.
📜 Origin Story
The phrase originates from a ci poem titled "Xiping Yue" by the Northern Song dynasty poet Liu Yong, a master of the slow-tune lyric form. In the poem, the poet describes a day of mild winds and radiant sunshine, with abundant red blossoms and tender green foliage—an ideal setting for a leisurely spring outing. The expression thus evokes the beauty of a perfect spring day and the joyful mood it inspires.
💡 Example Usage
春日和风丽日,一家人携手东园赏花踏青。
On a spring day of gentle breeze and radiant sunshine, the whole family strolled hand in hand through the eastern garden, admiring flowers.
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🔤 Quick Facts
- Chinese: 和风丽日
- Pinyin: hé fēng lì rì
- Literal Translation: gentle wind, beautiful sun
- Category: Lifestyle
- Characters: 4