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When is the New Year greeting period?

The New Year greeting period is from the first day to the tenth day.

Generally speaking, New Year greetings begin at home. On the morning of the first day, after the younger generation gets up, they should pay a New Year call to their elders, wishing them a long and healthy life and all the best. After the elders worship, they should distribute the lucky money prepared in advance to the younger generation.

New Year greeting etiquette:

First, bow down, that is, bow down and kowtow. Nowadays, in some rural areas, it is still possible for younger generations to pay New Year greetings to their elders, especially minors.

Second, bow down, bow down. Bowing posture is to raise fist with both hands first. These fuels must not be misplaced. Male or left, that is, the male's left hand holds the right hand. This is called "Bai Ji", on the contrary, it is "fierce worship". On New Year's Day, holding the left hand with the right hand will bring bad luck. Salute, regardless of seniority, holding Qi Mei, up and down a few times, after the heavy ceremony can bow. This kind of etiquette is generally that the younger generation greets the elders, or that the younger generation greets the superiors.

3. Boxing, which is a unique traditional etiquette of the Chinese nation. Hold your fist in your hand, hold your right hand in your left hand, naturally hold it tightly, and naturally shake it slightly on your chest, not too hard or too high. This kind of etiquette is more common in New Year greetings among peers.