小雪，是二十四节气中的第20个节气，冬季第2个节气，时间在每年公历11月22或23日，即太阳到达黄经240°时。小雪是反映降水与气温的节气，它是寒潮和强冷空气活动频数较高的节气。小雪节气的到来，意味着天气会越来越冷、降水量渐增。
Minor Snow, also known as “Xiao Xue” in Chinese, begins on November 22 this year (2023). It is the 20th solar term of the Chinese lunar year, followed by the Major Snow (Da Xue) on December 7. As indicated by the name, the period refers to the time of year when the weather starts getting colder. In most of the northern areas in China, the temperature gradually drops to below zero degree. And it begins to snow.
小雪，也被称为“小雪”，开始于今年11月22日。这是中国农历的第20个节气，12月7日是大雪。正如名字所示，这个时期是指一年中天气开始变冷的时候。在中国北方大部分地区，气温逐渐降至零度以下。然后开始下雪了。
According to an old Chinese saying, “If the sky is full of snow during Minor Snow, next year will be a harvest year.” The right kind of weather during Minor Snow can benefit the agricultural sector (部门). Low temperatures accompanying the snow can kill some hidden pests and bacteria in the soil, which can diminish harmful insects and diseases in the following year. More importantly, snow cover on the soil acts like a blanket to keep the soil warm. This is favorable for the decomposing (分解) process of organic matter in the soil, which will make it more able to support the growth of strong healthy plants.
根据中国的一句古话：“小雪雪满天，来年必丰年。”小雪期间合适的天气对农业部门有利。伴随着雪的低温可以杀死土壤中一些隐藏的害虫和细菌，从而在来年减少有害的昆虫和疾病。更重要的是，土壤上的积雪就像毯子一样保持土壤温暖。这有利于分解土壤中有机物的过程，这将使其更有能力支持强壮健康的植物的生长。
It seems the Chinese just never let go of any chance to enjoy delicious food. In the north, people eat hotpot and mutton, which are believed warm and nutritious. Besides, sitting around the steaming pots with family and friends could easily create a warm atmosphere. In some southern provinces, people have the tradition of eating “Ci Ba”, a kind of dessert made of sticky rice. In the past, people used the dessert as an offering to the god of cow. Though delicious, it is better not to eat much, for the dessert could not be easily digested.
中国人似乎从不放过任何享用美食的机会。在北方，人们吃火锅和羊肉，它们被认为是温暖和营养的。此外，与家人和朋友坐在热气腾腾的锅旁，很容易营造出一种温暖的氛围。在南方一些省份，人们有吃“糍粑”的传统，这是一种用糯米做成的甜点。在过去，人们用这种甜点来祭祀牛神。虽然很美味，但最好不要吃太多，因为这种甜点不容易消化。
The winter is in dominance, but it does not necessarily mean that people should be limited at home. A little bit outdoor sports could be more beneficial to health than any nutrition.
冬天占主导地位，但这并不一定意味着人们应该被限制在家里。一点户外运动可能比任何营养都更有利于健康。
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