Traditional Culture Encyclopedia - Hotel accommodation - Do I have to put the money in the red envelope on the table when I enter the new house?

Do I have to put the money in the red envelope on the table when I enter the new house?

In China culture, when entering a new house, the red envelopes on the table usually contain cash or valuables to express the blessing and goodwill to the tenants. These red envelopes usually have some meanings, such as good luck, happiness or abundance.

If you are a guest staying in a new house, you can choose to put cash or valuables in the red envelope to express your blessings and thanks to the tenants. If you are the host, you can put some auspicious items in the red envelope, such as oranges, apples, sweets and so on. To show welcome and blessing to the tenants.

In short, whether to put the money in the red envelope on the table of the new house depends on your personal wishes and local cultural customs. If you want to give a warm blessing to the tenant, you can put in some cash or valuables, but you need to pay attention to keeping it moderate and respecting local traditions and culture.