{"id":307,"date":"2021-02-28T07:40:10","date_gmt":"2021-02-28T07:40:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chinesenewyear.co\/?p=307"},"modified":"2021-02-28T07:40:10","modified_gmt":"2021-02-28T07:40:10","slug":"facts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/chinesenewyear.co\/facts\/","title":{"rendered":"Chinese New Year Facts \u00bb Amazing Traditions You Must Know"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"a69a8c5871d64d1742e590eb0963cb1a\" data-index=\"1\" style=\"float: none; margin:10px 0 10px 0; text-align:center;\">\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script>\r\n<!-- 1. Below Title (ATF) -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1534911947433403\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"7938273921\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\r\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n<p>More than 20% of the world\u2019s population celebrates the Chinese New Year. It is the most important holiday in Chinese culture, and people all over the world commemorate the occasion. To help you get more acquainted with the big event,  here are 21 Chinese New Year Traditions you should know about. Also, You can also read about <a href=\"https:\/\/chinesenewyear.co\/chinese-zodiac\/\">Chinese Zodiac<\/a> from our site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/chinesenewyear.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Chinese-Zodiac-2020-The-12-Animals-Signs-Compatibility.png\" alt=\"chinese zodiac\" class=\"wp-image-1058\" width=\"650\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/chinesenewyear.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Chinese-Zodiac-2020-The-12-Animals-Signs-Compatibility.png 1200w, https:\/\/chinesenewyear.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Chinese-Zodiac-2020-The-12-Animals-Signs-Compatibility-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/chinesenewyear.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Chinese-Zodiac-2020-The-12-Animals-Signs-Compatibility-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/chinesenewyear.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Chinese-Zodiac-2020-The-12-Animals-Signs-Compatibility-768x512.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"toc_container\" class=\"no_bullets\"><p class=\"toc_title\">Contents<\/p><ul class=\"toc_list\"><li><a href=\"#It_is_also_known_as_The_Spring_Festival\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">1<\/span> It is also known as The Spring Festival<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#There_is_no_set_date_for_Chinese_New_Year\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">2<\/span> There is no set date for Chinese New Year<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#It_is_a_day_reserved_for_praying_to_gods\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">3<\/span> It is a day reserved for praying to gods<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#It_is_also_a_day_for_fighting_off_monsters\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">4<\/span> It is also a day for fighting off monsters<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#The_most_fireworks_are_set_off_in_the_world_that_night\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">5<\/span> The most fireworks are set off in the world that night<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Fire_crackers_are_sometimes_illegal\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">6<\/span> Fire crackers are sometimes illegal<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#It_is_the_most_extended_Chinese_holiday\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">7<\/span> It is the most extended Chinese holiday<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#The_Chinese_New_Year_causes_the_most_massive_human_migration_in_the_world\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">8<\/span> The Chinese New Year causes the most massive human migration in the world<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Singles_hire_fake_boyfriends_or_girlfriends_to_take_home\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">9<\/span> Singles hire fake boyfriends or girlfriends to take home<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Showering_sweeping_and_throwing_out_the_garbage_is_not_allowed\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">10<\/span> Showering, sweeping, and throwing out the garbage is not allowed<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Children_receive_lucky_money_in_red_envelopes\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">11<\/span> Children receive lucky money in red envelopes<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#You_eat_dumplings_for_every_meal_every_day\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">12<\/span> You eat dumplings for every meal, every day<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Chinese_New_Year_desserts_have_special_meanings\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">13<\/span> Chinese New Year desserts have special meanings<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Theres_wine_specifically_for_the_Chinese_New_Year\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">14<\/span> There\u2019s wine specifically for the Chinese New Year<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Red_is_the_color_of_Chinese_New_Year\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">15<\/span> Red is the color of Chinese New Year<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Every_year_has_a_zodiac_animal\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">16<\/span> Every year has a zodiac animal<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Your_zodiac_year_is_bad_luck\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">17<\/span> Your zodiac year is bad luck<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#You_grow_one_year_older_on_Chinese_New_Year\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">18<\/span> You grow one year older on Chinese New Year<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#The_New_Year_greeting_in_Chinese_is_xin_nian_kuai_le\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">19<\/span> The New Year greeting in Chinese is \u201cxin nian kuai le\u201d<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Chinese_New_Year_ends_with_the_Lantern_Festival\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">20<\/span> Chinese New Year ends with the Lantern Festival<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#FAQ\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">20.1<\/span> FAQ<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#Chinese_New_Year_is_celebrated_all_around_the_world\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_3\">20.1.1<\/span> Chinese New Year is celebrated all around the world<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"It_is_also_known_as_The_Spring_Festival\">It is also known as The Spring Festival<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve been to China during their celebration of the Chinese New Year, you might have heard of locals refer to it as chunjie (\u6625\u8282) or the Spring Festival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although the holiday falls in the winter season, the Chinese New Year is celebrated to mark the beginning of spring and what it brings along. It complements the beginning of the season for planting and harvests while symbolizing new beginnings and fresh starts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is more also commonly referred to it as the Lunar New Year in some countries like the two Koreas and Vietnam. The festivities are also celebrated based it which is why&#8230;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"There_is_no_set_date_for_Chinese_New_Year\">There is no set date for Chinese New Year<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There is no exact date for the Chinese New Year, but it generally falls between January 21st and February 22nd.  If we are to base on it, the Chinese New Year falls on January 21st and lasts until the full moon on  February  15th. However, the dates of the celebrations vary when we look at it on the Solar (Gregorian) list, but it usually falls between  February 11th to  February 26th. In 2021, the Chinese New Year will fall on February 12th. Check out our Chinese New Year Calendar for a full list of the events from our site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>China officially uses the it, but the significance of the it is still apparent. Some people even calculate their age based on the it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/chinesenewyear.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Calendar.jpg\" alt=\"a close up image of a chinese new year calendar\" class=\"wp-image-197\" width=\"621\" height=\"465\" srcset=\"https:\/\/chinesenewyear.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Calendar.jpg 720w, https:\/\/chinesenewyear.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Calendar-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 621px) 100vw, 621px\" \/><figcaption>The Chinese New Year calendar of events begins on January 17th and ends on February 8th.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"It_is_a_day_reserved_for_praying_to_gods\">It is a day reserved for praying to gods<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Chinese New Year was traditionally intended as a solemn day to pray to the gods for a good planting season and a bountiful harvest. These wishes were significant because ancient China relied heavily on their crops to sustain life as an agrarian nation<g class=\"gr_ gr_6 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim Style replaceWithoutSep\" id=\"6\" data-gr-id=\"6\">.<\/g><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"It_is_also_a_day_for_fighting_off_monsters\"><g class=\"gr_ gr_6 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim Style replaceWithoutSep\" id=\"6\" data-gr-id=\"6\">It<\/g> is also a day for fighting off monsters<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Chinese folktales are some of the fascinating aspects of the Chinese New Year. One of the most famous legends is about a monster called Nian (\u5e74). It would terrorize villages on New Year&#8217;s Eve as inhabitants would run to the mountains to seek refuge. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/chinesenewyear.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Nian.jpg\" alt=\"a statue of nian, the chinese new year monster \" class=\"wp-image-100\" srcset=\"https:\/\/chinesenewyear.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Nian.jpg 640w, https:\/\/chinesenewyear.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Nian-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption>Nian (\u5e74) would terrorize villages on New Year&#8217;s Eve as inhabitants would run to the mountains to seek refuge. <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>One boy found a way to scare the creature by setting off firecrackers. The following day, the people celebrated their survival by cranking up even more fire crackers. Since then, fire crackers have become a significant part of the Chinese New Year celebrations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"The_most_fireworks_are_set_off_in_the_world_that_night\">The most fireworks are set off in the world that night<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To commemorate the legend of Nian, people stay up on New Year\u2019s Eve to set off firecrackers at midnight and do it again in the morning to welcome the blessings that come with the New Year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some families also burn fake paper money and gold bars printed on paper to honor their ancestors. They believe these offerings will bring fortune to their loved ones in the afterlife.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"Fire_crackers_are_sometimes_illegal\">Fire crackers are sometimes illegal<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many Chinese cities have prohibited the use of fire crackers because of its contribution to air pollution and concerns to safety. Other towns have also set restrictions, but they haven\u2019t stopped people from setting off fire crackers to celebrate the Chinese New Year. Beijing had banned fireworks for over 13 years. They lifted the ban in 2006 as a response to the public outrage that ensued.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"It_is_the_most_extended_Chinese_holiday\">It is the most extended Chinese holiday<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Chinese New Year technically lasts for 15 days. However, the celebrations begin on New Year\u2019s Eve, adding another day. One could also argue that the bash begin earlier in December of the Lunar New Year during the Laba Festival (\u814a\u516b\u8282\u2014l\u00e0 b\u0101 ji\u00e9). That makes it about 40 days of merry-making in total!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Traditionally, they must spend time with their families and can only go out after the fifth day. The first few days are national festivities, and most of the stores close. For this reason, they buy <g class=\"gr_ gr_8 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace\" id=\"8\" data-gr-id=\"8\">nian<\/g> <g class=\"gr_ gr_7 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace\" id=\"7\" data-gr-id=\"7\">huo<\/g> (\u5e74\u8d27) or New Year products a month before the celebrations. These include cooking supplies, snacks, gifts, and clothing among others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"The_Chinese_New_Year_causes_the_most_massive_human_migration_in_the_world\">The Chinese New Year causes the most massive human migration in the world<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The family reunion that happens on New Year\u2019s Eve is very significant in Chinese culture. Everyone must do everything they can to come home for this dinner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In modern China, elderly parents often prefer to live in rural areas while their kids work in the cities. The migration back home is referred to as chunyun (\u6625\u8fd0) or the Spring Migration. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In 2015, it caused train tickets sales to skyrocket at 1,000 tickets sold per second. The earliest you can buy tickets is two months before the festival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to discover more about your zodiac? Read our articles on Year of the Pig, Year of the Rabbit, and Year of the Monkey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"Singles_hire_fake_boyfriends_or_girlfriends_to_take_home\">Singles hire fake boyfriends or girlfriends to take home<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Having kids and carrying on the family name is an integral part of Chinese culture and relatives can get a little nosy during family reunions. Some even resort to hiring fake boyfriends or girlfriends to avoid these awkward situations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, other sensitive questions such as those with regards to your salary, career, and when you plan on having kids are almost impossible to avoid. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"Showering_sweeping_and_throwing_out_the_garbage_is_not_allowed\">Showering, sweeping, and throwing out the<g class=\"gr_ gr_13 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim Grammar only-ins replaceWithoutSep gr-progress\" id=\"13\" data-gr-id=\"13\"> garbage<\/g> is not allowed<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You are not allowed to take a shower on New Year\u2019s Day. You are also prohibited from cleaning the floor or taking out the trash until the 5th. In Chinese culture, these actions are equivalent to sweeping away good luck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/chinesenewyear.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/rice-straw-broom-3491961_640.jpg\" alt=\"a rice straw broom\" class=\"wp-image-129\" srcset=\"https:\/\/chinesenewyear.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/rice-straw-broom-3491961_640.jpg 640w, https:\/\/chinesenewyear.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/rice-straw-broom-3491961_640-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption>In Chinese culture, sweeping the floor on Chinese new year is equivalent to sweeping away good luck.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>There is a day before the Chinese New Year that meant for cleaning. This day symbolizes the sweeping away of bad luck to make room for fortune. If you want to know more, you would like to read Chinese New Year&#8217;s superstitions.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"Children_receive_lucky_money_in_red_envelopes\">Children receive lucky money in red envelopes<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Similar to other cultures, children receive during Chinese festivities. They often get red pouches or red pockets that contain luck money. This tradition represents the transfer of fortune from the elders to their kids. However, they can also give them to friends, colleagues, and superiors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/chinesenewyear.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Red-Pocket-3.jpg\" alt=\"a chinese new year red pocket containing a hundred dollar bill\" class=\"wp-image-83\" width=\"627\" height=\"470\" srcset=\"https:\/\/chinesenewyear.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Red-Pocket-3.jpg 640w, https:\/\/chinesenewyear.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Red-Pocket-3-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 627px) 100vw, 627px\" \/><figcaption>This tradition represents the transfer of riches from the elders to their kids.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Technology has also paved the way for the development of digital red envelopes. They enjoy sending them in group chats to see members compete for the money. This activity is referred to as <g class=\"gr_ gr_6 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling\" id=\"6\" data-gr-id=\"6\">qiang<\/g> hongbao (\u62a2\u7ea2\u5305) or snatching red pockets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"You_eat_dumplings_for_every_meal_every_day\">You eat dumplings for every meal, every day<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Although many people have abandoned this practice, you are supposed to eat dumplings at every meal throughout the celebration of the Chinese New Year.  Today, dumplings are served during the New Year\u2019s Eve dinner while others consume them as the first breakfast of the year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/chinesenewyear.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Dumplings.jpeg\" alt=\"a plate of dumplings, the chinese new year food prepared with sauce and various vegetables\" class=\"wp-image-34\" width=\"639\" height=\"425\" srcset=\"https:\/\/chinesenewyear.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Dumplings.jpeg 720w, https:\/\/chinesenewyear.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Dumplings-300x200.jpeg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 639px) 100vw, 639px\" \/><figcaption>Dumplings are usually prepared with sauce and various vegetables.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Contrary to popular belief, dumplings are not renowned throughout China. They are more popular in the northern regions since the southern regions prefer eating spring rolls and rice balls. You can know more about dumping from Chinese New Year Food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"Chinese_New_Year_desserts_have_special_meanings\">Chinese New Year desserts have special meanings<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many Chinese New Year desserts are associated with special meanings. These meanings are usually puns to their names. Tangyuan, for example, is a favorite Chinese New Year dessert. It translates to soup balls, but it sounds similar to tuanyuan (\u56e2\u5706), which means reunion. Meanwhile, Fa <g class=\"gr_ gr_5 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace\" id=\"5\" data-gr-id=\"5\">gao<\/g> (\u53d1\u7cd5) is a combination of sponge cakes and muffins. The fa bears the same meaning as in fa <g class=\"gr_ gr_6 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling\" id=\"6\" data-gr-id=\"6\">cai<\/g> (\u53d1\u8d22) which means to get rich<g class=\"gr_ gr_8 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim Style replaceWithoutSep\" id=\"8\" data-gr-id=\"8\">.<\/g><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"379\" src=\"https:\/\/chinesenewyear.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Fa-Gao.jpg\" alt=\"a bunch of white fa gao\" class=\"wp-image-52\" srcset=\"https:\/\/chinesenewyear.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Fa-Gao.jpg 640w, https:\/\/chinesenewyear.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Fa-Gao-300x178.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption>The fa in fa gao (\u53d1\u7cd5) bears the same meaning as in fa cai (\u53d1\u8d22) which means to get rich.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"Theres_wine_specifically_for_the_Chinese_New_Year\"><g class=\"gr_ gr_8 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim Style replaceWithoutSep\" id=\"8\" data-gr-id=\"8\">There\u2019s<\/g> wine specifically for the Chinese New Year<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Chinese love to drink and wine is almost a necessity at ceremonies or festivals. They even have a saying that implies there\u2019s no manners and etiquette without wine. Thus, it is not surprising that they have wine specifically for the Chinese New Year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/chinesenewyear.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Tusu-Wine.jpg\" alt=\"containers of chinese new year wine stacked over each other\" class=\"wp-image-96\" width=\"627\" height=\"413\" srcset=\"https:\/\/chinesenewyear.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Tusu-Wine.jpg 640w, https:\/\/chinesenewyear.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Tusu-Wine-300x197.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 627px) 100vw, 627px\" \/><figcaption>When you\u2019re dining with someone older than you, you need to remember and abide by the strict toasting rules and etiquette.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The Chinese have such a rich wine culture that they have even developed their drinking games. When you\u2019re dining with someone older than you, you need to remember and abide by the strict toasting rules and etiquette. These include how you hold your glass, where you should be seated, the order of the toasts, and so on. If you want to know about other beverages, check out Chinese New Year Drinks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"Red_is_the_color_of_Chinese_New_Year\">Red is the color of Chinese New Year<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Chinese adorn their homes with red decorations on Chinese New Year. If you are familiar with the legend of Nian, you would know that firecrackers weren\u2019t the only things that stopped it from terrorizing the village. The creature also trembled at the sight of anything red.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"426\" src=\"https:\/\/chinesenewyear.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Chinese-Greeting.jpeg\" alt=\"a woman wearing traditional chinese garment\" class=\"wp-image-107\" srcset=\"https:\/\/chinesenewyear.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Chinese-Greeting.jpeg 640w, https:\/\/chinesenewyear.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Chinese-Greeting-300x200.jpeg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption>The Chinese have also become accustomed to wearing red dress for the festival.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>It is common to find red lanterns and strings of red chili hung up on doors and windows during the Chinese New Year. They have also become accustomed to wearing red clothing for the festival. Know more about what to wear for prosperity from Chinese New Year Clothes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"Every_year_has_a_zodiac_animal\">Every year has a zodiac animal<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Western astrology has a total of 12 zodiac animals with one for every month of the year. There is also the same number of animal signs in Chinese astrology, but they each go for an entire year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/chinesenewyear.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Zodiac-Animals.jpg\" alt=\"small figures of the 12 chinese aodiac animals\" class=\"wp-image-101\" width=\"610\" height=\"444\" srcset=\"https:\/\/chinesenewyear.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Zodiac-Animals.jpg 640w, https:\/\/chinesenewyear.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Zodiac-Animals-300x218.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 610px) 100vw, 610px\" \/><figcaption>Some of the zodiac animals such as the Rat, Snake, Dog, and Pig are not very well-appreciated in Chinese culture.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>For instance, 2021 is the year of the Ox. Some of the animal signs such as the Tiger, Dragon, Horse, or Goat are not very well-appreciated in Chinese culture, but their positive traits are bestowed upon citizens born that year. The animal signsl can determine your career, health, and relationship so make sure you find out which Chinese animal sign you are! &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"Your_zodiac_year_is_bad_luck\">Your zodiac year is bad luck<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your zodiac animal year is referred to as the beginning year (\u672c\u547d\u5e74\u2014b\u011bn m\u00ecng ni\u00e1n). In the 12 year cycle, your beginning year is the unluckiest. The Chinese believe that they become more attractive to evil spirits during their beginning years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To protect yourself from these spirits, decorate your homes with red ornaments, and wear red clothing. Chinese tradition would even dictate that you should wear red underwear every day throughout your <g class=\"gr_ gr_5 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace\" id=\"5\" data-gr-id=\"5\">beginning<\/g> year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"You_grow_one_year_older_on_Chinese_New_Year\">You grow one year older on Chinese New Year<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Chinese have a real age (\u5b9e\u5c81\u2014sh\u00ed su\u00ec) and a fake nominal age (\u865a\u5c81\u2014x\u016b su\u00ec). The basis of your real age is when you were born while the fake age increases with the Chinese New Year. In other words, your actual age gets topped an additional year on your birthday, while your false age increases on the Chinese New Year. The nominal age used to be more prominent in China. However, it is still prevalent and sometimes used interchangeably with your real age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"The_New_Year_greeting_in_Chinese_is_xin_nian_kuai_le\">The New Year greeting in Chinese is \u201c<g class=\"gr_ gr_5 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace\" id=\"5\" data-gr-id=\"5\">xin<\/g> <g class=\"gr_ gr_6 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling\" id=\"6\" data-gr-id=\"6\">nian<\/g> kuai le\u201d<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This phrase means \u201cHappy New Year\u201d in Mandarin. In Hong Kong and other Cantonese-speaking regions, the greeting \u201cgong hei fat choy\u201d is more popular. In Mandarin, this is gong xi fa cai (\u606d\u559c\u53d1\u8d22) which means \u201ccongratulations on the riches.\u201d If you look at our list of Chinese New Year greetings, you will realize that most of them are about:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>plentiful harvest;<\/li><li>wealth and riches;<\/li><li>health and longevity; and<\/li><li>having children <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In Chinese culture, passing down the household name is very important. This tradition contributes to its vast population and is the reason why many chinese citizens have the same household names.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"Chinese_New_Year_ends_with_the_Lantern_Festival\">Chinese New Year ends with the Lantern Festival<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Yuanxiao Festival (\u5143\u5bb5\u8282\u2014yu\u00e1n xi\u0101o ji\u00e9) or Lantern Festival (\u706f\u8282\u2014d\u0113ng ji\u00e9) falls on the first full moon of the Lunar New Year. It is dedicated to the household as well as partying and freedom. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/chinesenewyear.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Sky-Lantern.jpg\" alt=\"hundreds of lanterns released into the sky on January 15th\" class=\"wp-image-177\" width=\"630\" height=\"472\" srcset=\"https:\/\/chinesenewyear.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Sky-Lantern.jpg 720w, https:\/\/chinesenewyear.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Sky-Lantern-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 630px) 100vw, 630px\" \/><figcaption>The Lantern Festival is celebrated on January 15th of the Lunar Calendar. <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In ancient China, girls were prohibited from going out of their homes by themselves. But on the Lantern Festival, they were allowed to roam freely to enjoy the sights and interact with others. This story is the reason why the festival serves as the real Valentine\u2019s Day in China for some Chinese.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"FAQ\">FAQ<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1594870907678\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Which is the main colour of the Spring Festival?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Red is the main color during the spring festival. The Chinese citizens hang red lanterns on the streets, stick red scripted posters on the walls.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"Chinese_New_Year_is_celebrated_all_around_the_world\">Chinese New Year is celebrated all around the world<\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>There are millions of Chinese working overseas. One out of every five citizens in the world is Chinese or has Chinese descent. 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