According to Chinese tradition, opening these red envelopes, or hong bao, before the new year officially ends on its 15th day – tempting as it may be – may ruin a perfect cycle of celebration ...

Wu’s red-envelope artistry traces back to when she was growing up in Taishan, a Chinese city in Guangdong province along the ...

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Vocabulary Building: Learn and practice new vocabulary related to the Chinese New Year. Some key words include: Red Envelope (红包): A gift of money in a red envelope, symbolizing good luck and fortune.

As the Chinese New Year begins ... The giving of red envelopes (hongbao) and sharing auspicious meals further strengthen family bonds, marking a time of optimism for the year ahead. These ...

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