also: こうどうきちにち
noun
very auspicious day for all occasions
A yojijukugo used in traditional contexts to refer to an exceptionally lucky day suitable for any important event, such as weddings, openings, or travel.
結婚式は黄道吉日を選んで行うと縁起が良いとされています。
It is said that holding a wedding on a very auspicious day brings good luck.
大安 is a specific day in the rokuyō calendar considered auspicious, while 黄道吉日 is a broader term for an extremely lucky day not tied to the six-day cycle.
Standard kanji form; the reading おうどうきちにち is the most common.
Alternate reading; less common but still encountered.
From Chinese 黃道吉日, combining 黄道 (ecliptic) and 吉日 (lucky day). The term originates from Chinese astrology, where days when the sun's path was favorable were considered especially auspicious.