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Chinese people believe that, as the Spring Festival is the start of a new year, what you do then will affect your luck in the coming year. There are many Chinese New Year traditions about dos and don'ts. Find out the top 18 things you should not do. Some are taboos on the first day of the Chinese New Year and some are superstitions for the Chinese People regard their right practice during Chinese New Year as an omen of luck for the coming year. Not only observing the festival by adhering to ancient rules, they would also try to avoid violating various taboos. Some of those Chinese New Year taboos will only sustain for first few days of the festival, while others may be kept till @dejashu Don’t do this on Chinese New Year 🐍🧧 8 things not to do during Chinese New Year (according to my superstitious parents). Bring on the Lunar New Year content as the Year of the Taking naps, especially on the first day of the Chinese New Year, represents laziness. In Chinese culture, taking naps on the first day of the new year will affect your luck and career for the rest of the year. 9. Avoid breaking things in your home During Chinese New Year, there are many taboos or things that you should not do, as they are believed to take away your good luck. service@chinatravel.com 86-773-286-5632 (Intl rates apply) Do not wash clothes on the first two days of Chinese New Year The first two days of CNY is believed to be the birthday of 水神(water god) and people try not to wash clothes on these two days. That’s why you’ll usually see families rushing to wash all the laundry before Chinese New Year dawns. Do not do needlework The use of knives or The Chinese New Year taboos mentioned above are widely observed throughout the entire Lunar New Year celebration. Keep reading to learn about more Chinese New Year taboos day by day from the Chinese New Year's Eve. 10. Don't Eat All of the Fish. Fish is a must-have dish at the Chinese New Year's Eve dinner. It's a homophone for the word 5. Do not visit the wife’s family. Traditionally, multiple generations live together. The bride moves into the groom’s home after marriage. And, of course, she will celebrate Chinese New Year with her in-laws. Returning to her parents on New Year’s Day means that there are marriage problems and may also bring bad luck to the entire family. 9. Avoid Arguing or Quarrelling. Maintain harmony and positivity by avoiding arguments or quarrels during Chinese New Year gatherings. Instead, focus on fostering goodwill and strengthening relationships with family and friends. Do not lend anyone money or if someone owes you money, do not chase for payment during Chinese New Year. This is because it may cause many people to keep borrowing from you throughout the year. For the borrower, try to pay back your debts by New Year’s Eve, so that everyone can celebrate Chinese New Year without worries. 4. Consume porridge The Chinese word for “book” (shū) sounds exactly the same as the word for “lose” – so buying a book right after ringing in the New Year is considered an invitation for bad luck. 7. Sending Chinese New Year Wishes. During Chinese New Year, Chinese people will greet each other with pleasant words like: 'Xin nian kuai le' which means 'Happy New Year' (simplified Chinese: 新年快乐). See more Chinese New Year Greetings and Wishes. 8. Watching the New Year TV Gala Chinese Lunar New Year 2025: Start the Chinese New Year on a positive note by following these do's and don'ts, from gifting money to other traditions. Explore. Search Wednesday, Jan 29, 2025. Don’t discuss death, ghosts, and the misfortune or hardship experienced in the previous year. Doing this during the Chinese New Year can attract bad luck. Don’t say any negative words. It is time to stay positive, focus, and prepare for a new beginning. Don’t go for a haircut or do laundry during the Chinese New Year. Stay away from Lunar New Year, often called the Spring Festival or Chinese New Year, is the most important holiday in China and many other Asian communities. Every year is marked by a different animal and 2025 The Chinese New Year is also known as the Spring Festival. It is the biggest and most important festival in China and East Asian communities around the world. Now, let us know the do's and don'ts However, with the changing times and the influence of new cultures, some young people might choose to wear white clothing during the New Year to show their style. They often add some red decorations, such as red scarves or brooches, to keep a festive tone. Wearing black clothing during the New Year may create a solemn mood for the festival. Is it the ‘Chinese New Year’ or the ‘Lunar New Year?’ The two terms are often used interchangeably. In China, the entire 15-day celebration period is also referred to as the Spring Festival. Chinese New Year is a 15-day festival celebrated in China and Chinese communities, according to the Congressional Research Service. Lunar New Year is widely celebrated in Asian societies of the
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