Crux Australis, also known as the Southern Cross, is a famous constellation in the southern sky. It is one of the smallest constellations but one of the most recognizable, consisting of five bright stars arranged in the shape of a cross. The term "Crux Australis" comes from Latin, where "crux" means "cross" and "australis" means "southern". Synonyms for this term could include "Southern Cross" or "Austral Cross". Other similar references to this constellation could include "Crux", "Mouhounui" (in Maori), or "Krzyż Południa" (in Polish). The Southern Cross is an important symbol in various cultures and has been used for navigation by sailors for centuries.