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- Can’t keep track of all the different ways to address people? This guide will help you out
- Impress your maternal grandmother or uncle’s wife before you receive your red packet
Doris Wai |
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Doris worked in educational publishing, including the BBC and Cengage prior to joining the Post in 2018. She specialises in creating graphics and digital learning content, and has a particular interest in issues related to mental health and wellness.
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Can you keep track of all your family members? We meet new cousins at every family reunion. Photo: ShutterstockYou know what the first day of Lunar New Year means: tons of visits (virtual or otherwise), a meet-and-greet with relatives, and once again, not knowing what to call your father’s brother or your mother’s sister’s son.
To avoid yet another awkward moment, we have complied a handy list you can refer to just before saying “Gong hei fat choy” and receiving your lai see. Bonus: you can even take your relatives’ attention away from your latest exam results by astounding them with your sudden ability to address everyone correctly.
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Doris worked in educational publishing, including the BBC and Cengage prior to joining the Post in 2018. She specialises in creating graphics and digital learning content, and has a particular interest in issues related to mental health and wellness.
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