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While Hong Kong is renowned for being one of the top markets for finance, it also has a history deep-rooted in tradition and Chinese superstition. And there are times when there seems to be a combative dynamic between modern lifestyle and contemporary culture and heritage. Behind the beautiful Chinese temples<\/a> are ancient stories, and the markets<\/a> in Kowloon and parts of Wong Tai Sin<\/a> are still surrounded by many fortune tellers<\/a>. Read on for some quirky Hong Kong superstitions that don\u2019t seem to make much modern-day sense, but have stood the test of time nonetheless!<\/p>\n

Quirky superstitions and beliefs in Hong Kong<\/h2>\n

1. Number four<\/h3>\n
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NGL, we get the heebie jeebies wherever a lift opens on the fourth floor (Photography: AdrienVillezPhotography via pixabay)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Hong Kong’s relationship with the number four is fascinating \u2013 a cultural nuance that adds just a bit of spice to the city’s vibrant tapestry. It has an eerie phonetic resemblance to the word “death” in both Cantonese and Mandarin. This captivating cultural belief has left a conspicuous mark on Hong Kong’s urban landscape.<\/p>\n

Have you ever noticed that some apartment buildings mysteriously lack a fourth floor? That’s not an architectural oversight, Honey! It’s an intriguing nod to this superstition, cementing its status as one of the city’s most recognised and respected beliefs.<\/p>\n

2. Leftover rice<\/h3>\n
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Let\u2019s be real though \u2013 who doesn\u2019t finish their rice? (Photography: Khwanchai Phanthong’s Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

This is a popular Hong Kong superstition for adults trying to get children to finish their meals. Parents usually warn kids to make sure they finish everything in their bowls, down to the last grain of rice, because each grain left behind is said to amount to an acne scar or a spot their future spouse will have!<\/p>\n

3. Chopsticks in your bowl<\/h3>\n
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The acceptable way to place your chopsticks is over the bowl or on the table (Photography: Skyler Ewing via Pexels)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Make sure you never stick chopsticks upright in your food, especially rice, as it resembles incense sticks that are burnt and used to pay respects for the dead. Not only will it bring you bad luck but will make you appear to have terrible table manners.<\/p>\n

4. Cutting your birthday cake<\/h3>\n
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Don\u2019t let the knife touch the plate! (Photography: enrico_cantore via Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

According to Hong Kong superstitions, if you cut your birthday cake all the way to the bottom, you’ll be doomed to a life of singledom! And let’s be honest, even if you don’t believe in the power of cake-cutting, it’s always better to be safe than sorry. Who knows, maybe it’ll bring you a lifetime of happiness with your soulmate.<\/p>\n

5. Gifting a pair of shoes<\/h3>\n
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Shoes are a no-no gift, even though we\u2019d love to receive a pair of Jordans sometimes\u2026 (Photography: ali muhammad usman via Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Don\u2019t ever purchase shoes as a present. Firstly, because shoes in Cantonese sounds like a sigh, so thereby gifting them implies to the person you\u2019re giving the gift, that they are a burden. Secondly, the practical use for shoes is to walk or run in them, so giving your giftee a pair of shoes means they will leave you. Lastly, shoes are stepped on, and can be used to step on others, symbolising poor relationships and bad luck. In fact, many people won\u2019t even buy shoes during Lunar New Year, since it symbolises a year full of sighs ahead.<\/p>\n

6. Clocks as presents<\/h3>\n
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Think of it this way \u2013 gifting a clock is like reminding the giftee of their time left alive (Photography: Thitikorn Suksao via Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Here\u2019s another superstition relating to gifting. Gifting a clock is incredibly bad luck, as in Chinese the word sounds similar to attending and paying respects at a funeral. Presenting your giftee a clock especially on their day of birth is considered inauspicious and a bad omen.<\/p>\n

7. Never bring home a stranger\u2019s umbrella or open it indoors<\/h3>\n
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Be mindful of the mystical connection umbrellas have (Photography: Robert Rusu’s Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Umbrellas are known to carry ghosts, because spirits tend to be attracted to shadows. So, avoid opening an umbrella indoors, as the shadow from the umbrella acts as an entrance for ghosts to enter your doors. And don\u2019t ever pick up a stranger\u2019s umbrella and bring it home.<\/p>\n

8. Villain-hitting<\/h3>\n
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You\u2019ll find villain-hitting stalls under Canal Road Flyover in Wan Chai (Photography: Wilson Hui via Flickr)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Have you ever seen an elderly woman vigorously attacking and beating a drawing or photograph with her shoe? Guess what \u2013 that’s part of her job! Drawings of perceived enemies are created and then given to these women to beat mercilessly. On occasion, the beatings may be accompanied by curses (so treat everyone kindly!). Villain-beating also has worldwide notoriety \u2013 Time Magazine<\/em> named this tradition as the “Best Way to Get It Off Your Chest” in its 2009 Best of Asia<\/em> feature.<\/p>\n

Intrigued? Read more about the practice of villain-hitting in Hong Kong<\/a>.<\/p>\n

9. Trinkets and bells during the Hungry Ghost Festival<\/h3>\n
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You won\u2019t be saved by the bell during Hungry Ghost Festival (Photography: cirano83 via Getty Images Signature)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The seventh month of the lunar calendar marks the Hungry Ghost Festival. This is when all gates of the afterlife open and wandering spirits are let loose to roam the Earth. During this time, people should avoid wearing or carrying anything that has bells or trinkets that will make a ding sound, as this is believed to attract spirits. So if your little kitty has a cute bell, sorry boo, it\u2019s gotta go!<\/p>\n

Find out more with our guide to the Hungry Ghost Festival<\/a>.<\/p>\n

10. Dragon gates<\/h3>\n
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The Repulse Bay has one of the best examples of this Hong Kong superstition (Photography: The Repulse Bay via Facebook)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

You\u2019re not alone if you wondered why there\u2019s a massive square-shaped hole carved in buildings. “What a waste of space,” some would think, but there\u2019s actually a feng shui<\/em> reasoning behind the architecture. It\u2019s believed that dragons still live in the mountains and these holes allow the beasts to pass through to reach the sea. This act also brings positive energy (known as qi<\/em>) and the blockage of their passage is believed to bring bad luck.<\/p>\n

11. Sweeping at night<\/h3>\n
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Don\u2019t sweep away your good luck! (Photography: Nicolas Menijes)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Hold that broom right there! According to Hong Kong superstitions, it’s considered a big no-no to sweep your floors once the sun has set. This centuries-old belief stems from the idea that you could inadvertently sweep away all your good luck and prosperity along with the dust. The same principle applies to sweeping during Lunar New Year.<\/p>\n

12. Green hats<\/h3>\n
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Sometimes it\u2019s better to wear a hat of another colour\u2026 (Photography: JNemchinova via Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The phrase “wearing a green hat” carries a rather unsavoury connotation in Chinese culture, as it implies that a man’s partner is being unfaithful. This quirky Hong Kong superstition has its roots in the language, with the phrase sounding eerily similar to the term for “cuckold” in Mandarin.<\/p>\n

13. Books in the bedroom<\/h3>\n
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Time to move those books (Photography: Rachel Claire via Pexels)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

In local superstition, the word for “book” in Cantonese phonetically mirrors the term for “lose”, leading to the belief that books in the bedroom could cause you to experience losses in life or work. It’s particularly heeded by students during exam season who wouldn’t want to risk their grades. So, maybe it’s time to move that bookshelf to the living room?<\/p>\n

14. Number eight<\/h3>\n
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Eight eight eight<\/em> has the same energy as \u201cmake it rain\u201d! (Photography: Dean Drobot)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

This superstition goes in the complete opposite direction as number four, even though it is its multiple. The number eight in Cantonese sounds similar to the word for \u201cgetting rich\u201d, and is therefore embraced by most in the city as a lucky number.<\/p>\n

[This article was originally published in October 2019 and updated in 2024 by Celia Lee.] <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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