Giving a red envelope

红包 · hóngbāo. red envelope.

A green teapot and two cups on a wooden tea tray
Etiquette红包hóngbāored envelope

You want to give a gift for a festival, wedding, birthday, or new baby.

What to do

Use a clean red envelope and present it discreetly with both hands. A digital red envelope is common among friends and family too.

Context

The amount and timing depend on the occasion and relationship. Avoid announcing the amount or treating a gift as an obligation.

Useful phrase

Wishing you good luck!

祝你好运!Zhù nǐ hǎoyùn!