![]() You should do it in private or when you get home. Never open your red envelope in front of the person who just gave it to you. Click to learn some Chinese New Year popular wishes.ģ. ![]() When you receive a red envelope, you should express thanks and greet the giver with a pleasing, auspicious phrase, such as 恭喜发财 (gōng xǐ fā cái, meaning 'happiness and prosperity'). It is impolite to accept a red envelope with just one hand.Ģ. Always receive your red envelope with both hands. You'd better put different denominations in differently designed red envelopes so that you can quickly and tactfully discern whether you’re giving away 100 yuan or 1,000 yuan.ġ. Prepare red envelopes in advance and always carry some envelopes with you during all 16 days of Chinese New Year (from New Year's Eve to the Lantern Festival) in case you bump into someone that you may need to give an envelope to.ĥ. See Lucky and Unlucky Numbers in China.Ĥ. It is best if the amount starts or ends in eight, such as 800 yuan, as it is considered to enhance luck. Even numbers, except four, are better than odd. The number '4' in Chinese sounds like 'death', so this is considered bad luck. Avoid giving amounts such as 40 yuan or 400 yuan. You're supposed to avoid putting coins in the envelopes.ģ. In the week leading up to Chinese New Year, many people stand in long queues at banks to exchange old bills for new ones.Ģ. Giving dirty or wrinkled bills is in bad taste. It's a tradition to put crisp, new bills inside a Chinese New Year red envelope. Tips for Giving and Receiving a Red Envelope Giving a Red Envelopeġ. To your employees: always 100–1,000 yuan (or $20-200) (always given on the last working day before the Chinese New Year holiday).To other children: Prepare some small red envelopes with 20 yuan or 50 yuan (or $5–10) for acquaintances' children, in case you meet them during the Chinese New Year period. ![]()
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