During the Spring Festival, giving out red envelopes is always a joyful and worrying link. For children, red envelopes are the easiest way for them to earn pocket money throughout the year. There is no need to work hard to clean or wipe the table, just wait for the red envelopes from the elders with joy. Children are always the happiest and will even compare with friends who receives more red envelopes.
Peaceful and auspicious New Year However, for adults, giving out red envelopes is a headache. If you give too much, you will feel that the gains outweigh the losses, and if you give too little, you are afraid of being talked about by others. As young people gradually migrate from rural to urban settlements, many family members' happy events, such as the import of Tim Ding, may not be well known. Therefore, there is a need to consider seniority and relationship when giving red envelopes, which makes it difficult to choose the right amount.
When I was a child, I always looked forward to going door-to-door during the Spring Festival and expecting to receive red envelopes. However, since the relationship is not very close, only a small number of red envelopes can usually be received. I remember one time, a relative jokingly said to me, "You are already too big to take red envelopes anymore!" But another relative promptly explained: "As long as you are not married, you are still a child!" Hearing this, I could only express my gratitude and accept the red envelope.
In my hometown, red envelopes are usually only given to minor children and newlyweds. However, the customs vary from place to place, and the restrictions on red envelopes also vary. Some places decide whether to give out red envelopes based on age, while others consider children over the age of 12 to be grown up**.
As the saying goes, "Ten miles is not customary." "In general, the age limit for red envelopes varies from place to place. But it is usually the elders who give the juniors, and there are few juniors who give red envelopes to the elders. Of course, the children who are already working will take advantage of the Spring Festival to honor their parents and give them some red envelopes in return.
While it is always pleasant to receive a red envelope, the exact amount depends on the other person's family status and intimacy. Close relatives such as uncles, aunts and aunts usually give relatively high amounts, while some relatives usually only give red envelopes up to 100 yuan. Of course, this is only a custom in my hometown, and the specific situation depends on the local consumption level and customs.
According to tradition, the amount of red envelopes is generally selected as an even number, which means that good things come in pairs. Common amounts are $200, $600 or $800. Not only do these numbers sound auspicious, but they also symbolize good meanings. When choosing the amount of red envelopes, many people will avoid the number 4 because it is traditionally associated with death. However, there are also some regions that believe that 4 means a good omen for all the best.
In short, giving out red envelopes is a custom rich in tradition and cultural connotations. Although there will be some confusion and challenges in choosing the amount and who to distribute to, by understanding the customs and cultural differences in different places, we can better participate in it and experience the fun and warmth of it.