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For those who follow the lunar calendar, the new year is one of the most sacred times of year. It signifies a moment to renew good luck, prosperity, and health. It\u2019s a time for family, feasts, and festive celebrations.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

But as with any holiday, it can sometimes be a challenge to find the right words to share your well wishes. With these ideas for messages and card designs, you can send friends, colleagues, and loved ones a Happy Lunar New Year greeting that\u2019s sure to make them smile. But first, let\u2019s delve into some basics about the holiday that will deepen your appreciation for this special occasion.<\/span>
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What Is the Lunar New Year?<\/b><\/h2>\n

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The Lunar New Year celebrates the beginning of a new year in countries that use calendars based on moon cycles \u2014 rather than solar calendars like the <\/span>Gregorian calendar<\/strong><\/span><\/a> used in most countries today. The lunar calendar is used for rituals including holidays like <\/span>Rosh Hashanah<\/strong><\/span><\/a>, Ramadan, and the Chinese New Year. The Lunar New Year is based on China\u2019s lunisolar calendar and occurs in January each year.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Lunar New Year is celebrated for several days, not just one day. Lunar New Year celebrations begin with the first new moon on the first day of the first lunar month and end on the next full moon. In many countries, the final night of celebration is marked by a lantern festival.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

While the Lunar New Year is closely associated with China \u2014 the holiday is based on the Chinese calendar, after all \u2014 it\u2019s also celebrated by many other Asian cultures. In fact, Lunar New Year is celebrated all across Asia as well as in the Middle East by Islamic and Jewish communities.<\/span><\/p>\n

How Is the Lunar New Year Celebrated?<\/b><\/h2>\n

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Different countries and cultures celebrate Lunar New Year differently. In general, the occasion is marked by eating special dishes, spending time with family, and incorporating superstitions that bring good luck in the new year.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

In the Chinese New Year celebration tradition, people wear red and gold \u2014 colors that symbolize good fortune. They eat traditional foods like dumplings and bao and host the famous lion dance. The Lunar New Year in China is also called the Spring Festival or Guo Nian. Each year corresponds with a Chinese zodiac animal (2023 is the Year of the Rabbit, 2022 was the Year of the Tiger, and 2021 was the Year of the Ox). Observers send red envelopes with money \u2014 called Hongbao in Mandarin \u2014 to unmarried individuals and children as a symbol of good luck.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

In Korea, people wear traditional Korean clothes called hanbok, eat rice cakes, and fly kites for good luck. In Vietnam, observers go to the temple and engage in rituals such as paying off all debts and not throwing anything away on New Year\u2019s Day to avoid bad luck. Vietnamese tradition also has families giving each other money in red envelopes for prosperity and good fortune.<\/span><\/p>\n

In the Philippines, families gather together to eat sticky rice dishes and round-shaped fruits that are said to bring good fortune. Many choose to wear polka dots \u2014 another tribute to round shapes that are believed to bring good luck. People leave their windows and doors open and firecrackers are set off to chase away bad spirits.<\/span><\/p>\n

Greetings for a Happy Lunar New Year\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n

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Whether you\u2019re celebrating Lunar New Year or have friends, family, or colleagues who partake, sending a New Year\u2019s greeting card is a great way to honor the holiday. Below are some thoughtful ways to wish someone a Happy Lunar New Year.<\/span><\/p>\n

Chinese Greetings<\/b><\/h3>\n

Chinese New Year greetings \u2014 and those shared in other Asian countries \u2014 often include wishes of prosperity and good health. It\u2019s a time to reflect on the past year and focus on moving into the new year with good luck.<\/span><\/p>\n

Here are a few Lunar New Year greetings in Chinese:<\/span><\/p>\n