How many ways can you wish your friends, family, and colleagues a happy Lunar New Year?
There are many! Each one carries a different message although most revolve around a handful of well wishes in so many variations that include: happiness (for family, couples), health (for the elderly), fortune (for young professionals, the business owner), and success (in school at college).
Here are some simple Chinese New Year greetings you could use!
1. 龍年大吉 (lóng nián dà jí) - Wishing you good luck in the Year of the Dragon!
2. 龍馬精神 (Lóng mǎ jīng shén) - Wishing you a year of vitality and strength filled with a determined spirit
3. 龍鳳呈祥，新福安康 (Lóng fèng chéng xiáng, xīn fú ān kāng) - May the dragon and phoenix bring you happiness filled with well-being
4. 龍騰虎躍，步步高升 (Lóng téng hǔ yuè, bù bù gāo shēng) - May you rise with the power of the dragon and tiger, achieving success at every step
What other greetings are you going to have your little one prepare for LNY?