The sound of crickets is one of the three solar terms in summer.

Summer is one of the three seasons of long summer.

It is an important solar term in summer, the third solar term in summer and one of the three seasons in long summer. Summer is the hottest season among the four seasons, and the cricket's cry marks the official start of summer. The solar term "cuckoo" and its significance in China culture will be introduced in detail below.

The Times and Characteristics of Cricket Singing

The solar term "cuckoo" usually appears on June 5th every year, which is based on the China lunar calendar. On this day, the sun passes through the yellow meridian at 75 degrees, and the solar term begins. It marks the beginning of summer and is also a crucial period for agricultural activities.

The chirping of cricket is characterized by the increasingly hot weather, cicadas chirping in groups and insects chirping in the field. In addition, the solar term also has an important symbolic significance, which represents the beginning of crop growth and harvest, and it is the time when farmers start to be busy.

The Significance of Cricket Singing in China Culture

In the traditional culture of China, the solar term "cuckoo" has profound cultural connotation and is closely related to agricultural activities and people's lives. First of all, singing means the arrival of summer, and people begin to engage in various summer-related activities, such as swimming, mountaineering and picnicking. In order to enjoy the wonderful time in midsummer.

Secondly, it is closely related to farming activities. In the farming culture of China, farmers will plant and manage crops according to the solar terms. After the insects are singing, the temperature rises and the weather is hot, which is the growing season of some summer crops such as rice, cucumber and watermelon. Farmers will arrange planting time reasonably according to the arrival of insect pests and take corresponding measures to ensure the smooth growth of crops in Zhaoqiao.

In addition, there are rich folk activities and customs in China culture. For example, in some places, there will be festivals, people will get together to celebrate the arrival of summer and hold various traditional games, performances and banquets. These activities not only enrich people's hail life, but also show their awe and enjoyment of nature and seasonal changes.

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As an important solar term in summer, singing is not only a time node, but also represents the official start of summer and the development of agricultural activities. It has an important position and significance in China culture and is closely related to people's lives. For us, understanding the characteristics and significance of this solar term can not only increase our understanding of nature, but also help us better experience the beauty of summer.