The Spring Festival is one of the most important traditional festivals in China, and it is also a beautiful time for family reunion and family sharing. In this festive festival, it is a traditional custom for elders to give money to younger generations, which is a traditional custom to express love and blessings. However, there are also some etiquettes and taboos that we need to follow in the process of giving New Year's money to ensure that this traditional custom can convey warmth without causing unnecessary misunderstandings or embarrassment. Below, I will give you a detailed interpretation of the "six taboos" that need to be kept in mind when giving New Year's money, so as to help you not offend people and not lose face at this festive moment.
Taboo 1: The amount is inappropriate.
When giving New Year's money, the amount of money is often easy to attract people's attention. Giving too much may make the other person feel uncomfortable; Giving too little may be perceived as disrespectful or stingy. Therefore, when deciding the amount of New Year's money, you should fully consider the relationship with the other party, your own financial situation, and local customs. Generally speaking, for immediate family members and close elders, more can be given appropriately; For the younger generations who are far away or have lower generations, they can be given less. In short, the amount should be moderate, which not only expresses one's heart, but also does not cause discomfort to the other party.
Taboo 2: Ignoring the object.
When giving New Year's money, it is easy to ignore some special groups of people, such as juniors who have reached adulthood or unmarried adults. However, these people also need our love and blessings. Therefore, when preparing for the New Year's money, you must consider it comprehensively and do not leave out these people. For juniors who have already reached adulthood, some symbolic gifts or blessings can be given to show concern for them; For unmarried adults, it is appropriate to give some New Year's money to show blessings and encouragement.
Taboo 3: Improper timing.
During the Spring Festival, it is also necessary to pay attention to the time to give New Year's money. Generally speaking, New Year's money should be given on Chinese New Year's Eve or New Year's Day to express New Year's wishes and expectations. However, if you give money at random at other times, it may make the other party feel unlucky or misunderstood. Therefore, when giving New Year's money, it is important to choose the appropriate time to avoid causing unnecessary trouble.
Taboo 4: Manner**.
It is also necessary to pay attention to the way of giving New Year's money. In public or in crowded places, counting money out loud or simply shoving it to the other person can be embarrassing or uncomfortable. Therefore, when giving New Year's money, one should choose a relatively private and quiet occasion to respect the feelings of the other person. At the same time, it is also important to maintain a polite and humble attitude when giving New Year's money to avoid causing unnecessary stress or discomfort to the other party.
Taboo 5: Neglect etiquette.
In traditional Chinese culture, etiquette is very important. There are also some basic etiquette rules that need to be followed when giving New Year's money. For example, you should hand the New Year's money to the other person with both hands to show respect and respect; At the same time, it is also necessary to use appropriate words and expressions to express your blessings and concerns. In addition, when giving New Year's money, you should also pay attention to your demeanor and dress to show your decency and generosity.
Taboo 6: Lack of sincerity.
The last taboo is the lack of sincerity. New Year's money is not only a material giving, but also a spiritual transmission. Therefore, when giving New Year's money, it is important to express one's blessings and concern from the heart, rather than out of some utilitarian or formal considerations. Only by giving sincerely can the other party feel their own heart and warmth, and can this traditional custom truly play its due meaning and value.
In short, in the process of giving money for the New Year, we need to follow these "six taboos" to ensure that this traditional custom can convey warmth without causing unnecessary misunderstandings or embarrassment. At the same time, we must continue to inherit and carry forward this excellent traditional culture, so that it can radiate new vitality and vitality in modern society. Finally, I wish you all good health, all the best and a happy family in the new year!