Red envelopes are a traditional Chinese custom. The red envelopes given by the elders to the juniors are called Chinese New Year money, while the red envelopes given by the juniors to the elders are called Chinese New Year money. However, there are 8 taboos and things that must be noted when wrapping red packets.
1. the wallet to the elders can be increased year by year
The red envelope given by the elders to the juniors is called “New Year’s money”, while the red envelope given by the juniors to the elders is called “New Year’s money”. Therefore, if you are financially able to do so, you should increase the amount of red packets you give to your elders year by year, as it means “longevity”.
2. Give the same amount to the younger generation
It is recommended that the elders should give the same amount to the younger generation in the family so that the children will not have a comparative mentality.
3. Wrap the red packet in double numbers
Chinese people are very concerned about even numbers, which have the symbolic meaning of reunion and peace, so you can also consider even numbers when wrapping red packets. However, it is important to note that the number 4 has a harmonic sound with death, which can easily give people a bad association, so it is not advisable to wrap the amount related to the number 4.
Here is a special situation, in our concept, 6 and 8 are auspicious symbols. These two numbers are right! However, after some investigation, we found that the number 8 is actually not suitable to be used as the beginning of the number, it will be reminiscent of the harmonic sound of the Minnan word “Bu”, which means parting and separation. Therefore, it is recommended that 8 can be placed at the end, such as 280, 680. 4.
4. red packets can not be wrapped more than the elders
The younger generation can not wrap more than the elders is a polite performance. If you really want to exceed the amount of elders, it is recommended that you can use other ways to represent. For example, give 1 extra new piece of clothing or stationery as an extra gift.
5. Don’t use the red packets until they expire
Don’t reuse red envelopes, the New Year is all about “new” blessings. Not to mention the use of old Chinese zodiac patterns!
6. new banknotes
Remember when you used to receive brand new banknotes from your elders? The feeling of taking out new banknotes from the red envelope is not new to you and you must feel very happy! The use of new banknotes in the New Year also has a good omen of renewal! If you don’t have a brand new bill, you might as well try to choose a newer one.
7. Straight and horizontal red envelopes
Generally, straight red envelopes symbolize positive wealth, while horizontal red envelopes symbolize horizontal wealth. If you want to wish each other a good career, you can choose a straight red envelope, while wishing each other to invest money or win horse tickets, you can choose a horizontal red envelope.
8. Red Packet Sealing
Generally speaking, the red envelopes distributed during the Lunar New Year are not sealed, but only slightly folded down. As for the funeral or wedding red envelopes will only be sealed, which means there will not be a second time.
