Lunar New Year
noun [ S ] (also lunar new year) uk/ˌluːnə ˌnjuː ˈjɪər/ /ˌluːnɚ ˈnuː ˌjɪr/
阴历新年
the beginning of the year according to the calendars of China, Vietnam, and some other East Asian countries, when there are celebrations for several days
The most important holiday in Chinese culture is the Lunar New Year. 中国文化中最重要的节日是农历新年。
Vietnam is preparing for next month's Lunar New Year holiday, known as Tet.
Compare: Chinese New Year
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- As the lunar new year holiday began, millions made their annual trip home.
- For millions of migrant workers, Lunar New Year is their only chance to see families all year.
- Many people in the Asian countries celebrate the lunar new year, including China, Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, and Vietnam.