The Tradition Of Giving 'ANGPAO'
An 'angpao', or red packet, is a small gift of money
in a red envelope. For the Chinese, red symbolises vitality, fun and good luck.
Giving 'angpao' to their children or relatives bestows good for tune and blessings on
them. When the children get a job, or get married, they will begin giving 'angpao' to their
parents. 'angpao' is given on New Year's Day or placed inside the children's pillow slips
on New Year's Eve.