Feb
13
2018
新年海报-弗格森英文

Chinese Zodiac 2018—Year of the Dog

The Dog is the eleventh of all zodiac animals. According to one myth, the Jade Emperor said the order would be decided by the order in which they arrived to his party. Monkey, Rooster and Dog were in another country, helping a god defeat evil spirits. After, they set off to the party together. Because they arrived at the same time, the Jade Emperor went by the order they met the god in the other country. Thus, Dog became eleventh.

The Dog is also associated with the Earthly Branch (地支—dì zhī) xū (), and the hours 79 in the evening. In the terms of yin and yang (阴阳—yīn yáng), the Dog is yang.

In China, it is still popular to name dogs Wàng Cái (旺财). It means prosperous wealthand comes from dogsbarking sounds (旺旺—wàng wàng).

Honest and loyal, Dogs are the truest friends and most reliable partner.

Recent years of the Dog are: 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006, 2018

Bàinián and kowtow

It can be said that Chinese culture is based off of Confucianism. This philosophy emphasizes manners, politeness and respect. Age, status and rank are ingrained in actions. This is especially clear during Chinese New Year.

The act of greeting and blessing during Chinese New Year is called 拜年 (bài nián), which literally means to pay a visit for the New Years. You must visit the eldest (seniors from the husbands side) in the family first. Dont forget to bring gifts!

In return, the grandparents and elders will give the younger generation red envelopes. The money in red envelopes is also known as 压岁钱 (yā suì qián). Literally, it is money to anchor the year.

In the past, currency was in the form of coins similar in shape to donuts. Parents would use red string to tie the coins together and give to their children. It transitioned to be wrapped in red paper and now, put into red envelopes.

By giving the money to the children, the elders are also hoping to pass on a year of good fortune and blessings. In some regions of China, rather than between generations, married couples will give red envelopes to their unmarried friends to transfer some luck.

To receive this, you must perform 3 kowtows to the elders.

Kowtow (磕头—kē tóu) literally means to knock your head (against the floor.) Basically, you kneel and place your hands on the ground before you. Bend over and rest your head between your hands. This is the ultimate show of respect.

FOCUSUN Refrigeration 2018 Spring Festival Holiday Notice

To all customers and friends,

Thank you for your strong support and trust in FOCUSUN Refrigeration. The biggest holiday in Chinese culture is just around the corner. May good health, good luck and much happiness throughout the year.

Our holiday arrangements are as follows: From February 14, 2018 to February 22, 2018. We will get back to work at February 23.

For any inquiry, please contact us by enquiry@focusun.com or +86 189 5265 2345(WhatsApp).

 

 

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