JLPT N1
日食
日食 is the Japanese word for a solar eclipse. It’s when the moon seems to “eat” the sun.
Readings
Other forms
日蝕 older, less common kanji
Noun
Solar Eclipse
The astronomical event where the moon passes between the sun and Earth, temporarily blocking the sun’s light.
Example
来週 、 日食 が ある らしい です よ 。
I hear there's going to be a solar eclipse next week.
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