北极星
北极星是北半球夜空中最亮的星之一。
Polaris is one of the brightest stars in the northern hemisphere's night sky.
The brightest star in the constellation Ursa Minor, located very close to the north celestial pole, used for navigation as it appears stationary in the night sky.
航海家们曾经依靠北极星来确定方向。
Navigators once relied on the North Star to determine their direction.
In Chinese astronomy, 北极星 is considered a fixed star that marks true north.
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Navigation
In ancient times, 北极星 was crucial for navigation because it appears stationary while other stars move around it.
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Astronomical Significance
北极星 is not the brightest star in the sky but is significant for its position near the north celestial pole.
Word Origin
The term '北极星' combines '北极' (North Pole) and '星' (star), referring to the star's position near the celestial north pole.
Usage Notes
In modern usage, 北极星 is often used metaphorically to represent guidance or a fixed point of reference, similar to the English phrase 'North Star.'