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The word for "fish" in Chinese (Yu) sounds like both abundance and wish.
For this reason it's common to serve fish as part of the celebration.
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Are there special foods on Chinese New Year?
Mostly fish and dumplings are eaten on C.N.Y.[Chinese New Year].
Which of the following is not eaten to symbolize a financially prosperous new year?
cabbage
What does the color red symbolize to the Chinese?
The colour red means luck and regeneration in China. that is why it is used allot in Chinese festival's example: Chinese new year...)
Why do the Chinese people make Lanterns on The Chinese New Year Celebration?
they symbolize chasing away bad/evil spirits with the light
How many kinds of nice Chinese New Year goodies?
Dumplings, fish
Why is fish a common Chinese new year food?
because the means plentiful
Why do Chinese People Eat Fish For New Year?
Because the words 'have fish' sound in Chinese like 'have something left'. It's a symbol that eat fish for new year will bring you luck that you'll always have something left at the end of next year.
What do Chinese wear on Chinese New Year?
Chinese people often wear new or brightly colored clothes on Chinese New Year to symbolize a fresh start and good luck for the upcoming year. Traditional outfits may include qipao, cheongsam, or hanfu, and red is a popular color because it is considered lucky in Chinese culture. Many also wear gold jewelry and accessories to signify prosperity and wealth.
What is the Chinese new year in English?
chinese new year
What is the Chinese new year?
what is the Chinese New Year story
What are Chinese traditional new year foods?
That answer is easy, it is fish,duck and other meats and lastly dumplings.
Why are koi fish a symbol for Chinese New Year?
it is the symbol of the new year because it is used to show that thefish are like the ying yang sign for peace
