Spring Festival customs in English include:
1. Dragon and Lion Dances: Traditional performances with lion and dragon masks to bring good fortune and ward off evil spirits.
2. Family Reunion Dinner: A feast that brings families together to celebrate and share a sumptuous meal, often with a whole fish representing abundance.
3. Fireworks and Firecrackers: Used to scare away evil spirits and bring prosperity to the household.
4. Red Decorations: Red lanterns, couplets, and banners adorned with the Chinese character for "fuku" (luck) are hung in homes and shops to attract good fortune.
5. Giving Red Envelopes: Elderly family members give red envelopes filled with money to children as a symbol of blessing and good luck.
6. Traditional Clothing: Wearing new clothes, particularly red garments, which symbolize happiness and prosperity.
7. Paper Cutting: Crafting intricate paper cutouts of various motifs to decorate homes.
8. Chinese Tea Ceremony: Offering tea to ancestors and family members as a sign of respect and harmony.
9. Dragon Boat Festival: Although not directly related to the Spring Festival, dragon boat races are sometimes held during this time as a tribute to ancient heroes.
10. Temple Fairs: Cultural and traditional activities, including food stalls, performances, and games, held in temples and parks.
11. Praying for Good Luck: Families visit temples or places of worship to pray for good fortune and blessings in the coming year.
These customs are deeply rooted in Chinese culture and are observed to celebrate the lunar new year and welcome the new year with happiness and prosperity.
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