{"id":60492,"date":"2026-04-16T11:44:33","date_gmt":"2026-04-16T03:44:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wukongsch.com\/blog\/?p=60492"},"modified":"2026-04-20T14:56:22","modified_gmt":"2026-04-20T06:56:22","slug":"lucky-and-unlucky-numbers-in-chinese","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wukongsch.com\/blog\/lucky-and-unlucky-numbers-in-chinese-post-60492\/","title":{"rendered":"Lucky and Unlucky Numbers in Chinese Culture\uff082026\uff09"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;\" class=\"sharethis-inline-share-buttons\" ><\/div>\n<p>Numbers mean more than just math in Chinese culture \u2013 they carry deep meanings rooted in pronunciation and ancient traditions. Unlike Western cultures that fear the number 13, Chinese people have their own set of lucky and unlucky numbers that shape daily life, from phone numbers to wedding dates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this concise guide, we\u2019ll break down the core logic behind Chinese number luck, cover the most important lucky and unlucky numbers, and share practical tips you can use right away.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"682\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/123456789-682x1024.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-60781\" style=\"width:223px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/123456789-682x1024.webp 682w, https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/123456789-200x300.webp 200w, https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/123456789-768x1153.webp 768w, https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/123456789-1023x1536.webp 1023w, https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/123456789-920x1381.webp 920w, https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/123456789.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 682px) 100vw, 682px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"the-core-logic-of-chinese-number-luck\"><\/span>The Core Logic of Chinese Number Luck<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Chinese number superstitions follow one simple rule: <strong>sound equals meaning<\/strong>. A number is lucky if its pronunciation sounds like a word with positive connotations, and unlucky if it sounds like something negative. Beyond pronunciation, numbers also draw meaning from traditional concepts like yin-yang, the five elements, and historical customs.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"retention-card-new\" data-lang=\"en\" data-subject=\"CHINESE\" data-btnName=\"Get started free!\" data-subTitle=\"Specially tailored for kids aged 3-18 around the world!\">\r\n    <div class=\"retention-card-l\">\r\n        <div class=\"trustpilot-image\"><\/div>\r\n        <h3><p>Learn <span>authentic Chinese<\/span> from those who live and breathe the culture.<\/p>\n<\/h3>\r\n        <p>Specially tailored for kids aged 3-18 around the world!<\/p>\r\n        <a class=\"retention-card-button is-point\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wukongsch.com\/independent-appointment\/?subject=chinese&amp;l=d232a08b-51de-4a90-b301-47ad0f87f71a&amp;booking_triggerevent=BLOG_DETAIL_MODEL_CTA_BUTTON\" data-buttonname=\"\u7acb\u5373\u9884\u7ea6\u6309\u94ae\u70b9\u51fb\" data-event=\"C_Blog_BLOG_DETAIL_MIDDLE_CTA_BUTTON\" 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Wealth, prosperity, and good fortune<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Related <\/strong><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wukongsch.com\/blog\/chinese-idioms-for-hsk-post-59573\/\">Chinese idioms<\/a><\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u516b\u9762\u6765\u8d22 (b\u0101 mi\u00e0n l\u00e1i c\u00e1i) \u2013 wealth coming from all directions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u516b\u65b9\u8fdb\u5b9d (b\u0101 f\u0101ng j\u00ecn b\u01ceo) \u2013 treasures arriving from every corner<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/\u516b\u9762\u6765\u8d22.mp3\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/\u516b\u65b9\u8fdb\u5b9d.mp3\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Common uses<\/strong>: Phone numbers, license plates, business opening dates, red envelopes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Famous example<\/strong>: The 2008 Beijing Olympics opened exactly at 8:08:08 PM on August 8th<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Number 6 (\u516d li\u00f9): The Smooth Number<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Pronunciation<\/strong>: <em>li\u00f9<\/em> \u2192 sounds like <strong>\u6d41 li\u00fa<\/strong> (to flow smoothly)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/\u516d\uff0c\u6d41.mp3\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning<\/strong>: Smooth progress, harmony, and good luck<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Related Chinese idioms<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u516d\u516d\u5927\u987a (li\u00f9 li\u00f9 d\u00e0 sh\u00f9n) \u2013 everything goes perfectly<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u516d\u755c\u5174\u65fa (li\u00f9 ch\u00f9 x\u012bng w\u00e0ng) \u2013 domestic animals thrive (symbolizing family prosperity)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/\u516d\u516d\u5927\u987a.mp3\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/\u516d\u755c\u5174\u65fa.mp3\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Common uses<\/strong>: Engagement gifts, contract signing dates, new ventures<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Daily example<\/strong>: Grooms typically give a \u00a56,666 lucky cash gift to the bride\u2019s family during engagement ceremonies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Number 9 (\u4e5d ji\u01d4): The Everlasting Number<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Pronunciation<\/strong>: <em>ji\u01d4<\/em> \u2192 sounds like <strong>\u4e45 ji\u01d4<\/strong> (forever)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/\u4e5d\uff0c\u4e45.mp3\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning<\/strong>: Longevity, eternity, and imperial power<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Traditional root<\/strong>: Deeply tied to imperial history \u2013 emperors used 9 to symbolize supreme power (e.g., nine-dragon robes, 9 provinces)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Related Chinese idioms<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u5929\u957f\u5730\u4e45 (ti\u0101n ch\u00e1ng d\u00ec ji\u01d4) \u2013 everlasting as heaven and earth<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u957f\u957f\u4e45\u4e45 (ch\u00e1ng ch\u00e1ng ji\u01d4 ji\u01d4) \u2013 everlasting love<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/\u5929\u957f\u5730\u4e45.mp3\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/\u957f\u957f\u4e45\u4e45.mp3\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Common uses<\/strong>: Valentine\u2019s Day gifts, birthday presents for elders, wedding anniversaries<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Daily example<\/strong>: When celebrating Valentine\u2019s Day with my wife, I usually buy 99 roses as a gift to her.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Number 2 (\u4e8c \u00e8r \/ \u4e24 li\u01ceng): The Harmony Number<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Pronunciation<\/strong>: \u00e8r or li\u01ceng<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/\u4e8c\uff0c\u4e24.mp3\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning<\/strong>: Balance and good things coming in pairs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Traditional root<\/strong>: Aligns with the yin-yang dualism concept, representing balance and completeness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Related Chinese idioms<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u53cc\u559c\u4e34\u95e8 (shu\u0101ng x\u01d0 l\u00edn m\u00e9n) \u2013 double happiness arrives<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u4e24\u5168\u5176\u7f8e (li\u01ceng qu\u00e1n q\u00ed m\u011bi) \u2013 satisfy both sides perfectly<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/\u53cc\u559c\u4e34\u95e8.mp3\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/\u4e24\u5168\u5176\u7f8e.mp3\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Common uses<\/strong>: Gift quantities, wedding decorations, brand names<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Daily example<\/strong>: Guests bring pairs of pillows or tableware as wedding gifts to symbolize a happy union<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Number 5 (\u4e94 w\u01d4): The Balance Number<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/\u4e94.mp3\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Traditional root<\/strong>: Closely associated with the five elements (earth) and the &#8220;Five Blessings&#8221; in Chinese culture<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning<\/strong>: Stability, balance, and completeness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Related <\/strong><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wukongsch.com\/blog\/chinese-idioms-for-hsk-post-59573\/\">Chinese idioms<\/a><\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u4e94\u798f\u4e34\u95e8 (w\u01d4 f\u00fa l\u00edn m\u00e9n) \u2013 five blessings arrive at the door<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u4e94\u8c37\u4e30\u767b (w\u01d4 g\u01d4 f\u0113ng d\u0113ng) \u2013 abundant harvest<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/\u4e94\u798f\u4e34\u95e8.mp3\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/\u4e94\u8c37\u4e30\u767b.mp3\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Common uses<\/strong>: Traditional architecture, imperial rituals, festival decorations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Daily example<\/strong>: The Tiananmen Gate has 5 arches, symbolizing imperial balance and authority<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Number 1 (\u4e00 y\u012b): The Beginning Number<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/\u4e00.mp3\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Traditional root<\/strong>: Rooted in the concept of &#8220;Taiji giving birth to two instruments&#8221;, representing the origin of all things<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning<\/strong>: New beginnings, unity, and leadership<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Related Chinese idioms<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u4e00\u5e06\u98ce\u987a (y\u012b f\u0101n f\u0113ng sh\u00f9n) \u2013 smooth sailing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u4e00\u9e23\u60ca\u4eba (y\u012b m\u00edng j\u012bng r\u00e9n) \u2013 make a stunning debut<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/\u4e00\u5e06\u98ce\u987a.mp3\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/\u4e00\u9e23\u60ca\u4eba.mp3\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Common uses<\/strong>: Business opening dates, ranking, project launches<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Daily example<\/strong>: Many companies choose the 1st day of the month for new product releases<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Number 7 (\u4e03 q\u012b): The Vitality Number<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/\u4e03.mp3\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Traditional root<\/strong>: Considered the union of yin, yang and the five elements in Confucianism; linked to the Qixi Festival (Chinese Valentine\u2019s Day)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meaning<\/strong>: Growth, vitality, and romance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Related Chinese idioms<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u4e03\u6b65\u6210\u8bd7 (q\u012b b\u00f9 ch\u00e9ng sh\u012b) \u2013 brilliant talent<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u4e03\u661f\u9ad8\u7167 (q\u012b x\u012bng g\u0101o zh\u00e0o) \u2013 seven stars bring good luck<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/\u4e03\u6b65\u6210\u8bd7.mp3\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/\u4e03\u661f\u9ad8\u7167.mp3\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Common uses<\/strong>: Romantic occasions, academic pursuits, career advancement<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Daily example<\/strong>: Young people often confess their love on the 7th day of the 7th lunar month (Qixi Festival)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"unlucky-numbers-in-chinese\"><\/span>Unlucky Numbers in Chinese<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Number 4 (\u56db s\u00ec): The Most Unlucky Number<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Pronunciation<\/strong>: <em>s\u00ec<\/em> \u2192 sounds exactly like <strong>\u6b7b s\u01d0<\/strong> (death)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/\u56db\uff0c\u6b7b.mp3\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Meaning<\/strong>: Misfortune and bad luck<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Daily examples<\/strong>: Elevators skip the 4th floor, phone numbers avoid 4, red envelopes never contain \u00a54<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Number 3 (\u4e09 s\u0101n): The Context-Dependent Number<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/\u4e09.mp3\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Lucky side<\/strong>: Represents birth, life, and the three realms (heaven, earth, humanity)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Unlucky side<\/strong>: Sounds like <strong>\u6563 s\u00e0n<\/strong> (to separate)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/\u6563.mp3\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Daily examples<\/strong>: Never give 3 gifts to couples or use 3 in romantic contexts, as it implies &#8220;breaking up&#8221;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"must-know-lucky-number-combinations\"><\/span>Must-Know Lucky Number Combinations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here we covers all popular combinations and 2026 trending picks, organized by use case for instant reference:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For Wealth &amp; Career<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>168 (y\u012b li\u00f9 b\u0101) \u2192 \u4e00\u8def\u53d1 (y\u012b l\u00f9 f\u0101) \u2013 prosperity all the way<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/1-6-8\uff0c\u4e00\u8def\u53d1.mp3\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>178 (y\u012b q\u012b b\u0101) \u2192 \u4e00\u8d77\u53d1 (y\u012b q\u01d0 f\u0101) \u2013 get rich together<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/1-7-8\uff0c\u4e00\u8d77\u53d1.mp3\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>188 (y\u012b b\u0101 b\u0101) \u2192 \u4e00\u76f4\u53d1 (y\u012b zh\u00ed f\u0101) \u2013 continuous wealth<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/1-8-8\uff0c\u4e00\u76f4\u53d1.mp3\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>888 (b\u0101 b\u0101 b\u0101) \u2192 \u53d1\u53d1\u53d1 (f\u0101 f\u0101 f\u0101) \u2013 triple prosperity<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/8-8-8\uff0c\u53d1\u53d1\u53d1.mp3\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>666 (li\u00f9 li\u00f9 li\u00f9) \u2192 \u987a\u987a\u987a (sh\u00f9n sh\u00f9n sh\u00f9n) \u2013 smooth business success<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/6-6-6\uff0c\u987a\u987a\u987a.mp3\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"705\" height=\"462\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/888.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-60780\" style=\"width:276px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/888.webp 705w, https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/888-300x197.webp 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 705px) 100vw, 705px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For Love &amp; Romance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>520 (w\u01d4 \u00e8r l\u00edng) \u2192 \u6211\u7231\u4f60 (w\u01d2 \u00e0i n\u01d0) \u2013 I love you<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/5-2-0\uff0c\u6211\u7231\u4f60.mp3\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>1314 (y\u012b s\u0101n y\u012b s\u00ec) \u2192 \u4e00\u751f\u4e00\u4e16 (y\u012b sh\u0113ng y\u012b sh\u00ec) \u2013 forever<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/1-3-1-4\uff0c\u4e00\u751f\u4e00\u4e16.mp3\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>999 (ji\u01d4 ji\u01d4 ji\u01d4) \u2192 \u957f\u957f\u4e45\u4e45 (ch\u00e1ng ch\u00e1ng ji\u01d4 ji\u01d4) \u2013 everlasting love<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/9-9-9\uff0c\u957f\u957f\u4e45\u4e45.mp3\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"807\" height=\"384\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/520.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-60779\" style=\"width:319px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/520.webp 807w, https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/520-300x143.webp 300w, https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/520-768x365.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 807px) 100vw, 807px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For Exams &amp; Studies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>211 (\u00e8r y\u0101o y\u0101o) \u2192 Symbolizes admission to top 211 universities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/\u4e8c\u5996\u5996.mp3\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>985 (ji\u01d4 b\u0101 w\u01d4) \u2192 Symbolizes admission to elite 985 universities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/9-8-5.mp3\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>366 (s\u0101n li\u00f9 li\u00f9) \u2192 \u987a\u987a\u5229\u5229 (sh\u00f9n sh\u00f9n l\u00ec l\u00ec) \u2013 smooth exam results<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/wp-more.wukongedu.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/3-6-6\uff0c\u987a\u987a\u5229\u5229.mp3\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"chinese-zodiac-lucky-unlucky-numbers\"><\/span>Chinese Zodiac Lucky &amp; Unlucky Numbers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Zodiac Animals<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Lucky Numbers<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Unlucky Numbers<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Recent Zodiac Years<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wukongsch.com\/blog\/rat-chinese-zodiac-post-22279\/\">Rat<\/a> (\u9f20 sh\u01d4)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">2, 3<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">5, 9<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">2020<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wukongsch.com\/blog\/ox-chinese-zodiac-post-21977\/\">Ox<\/a> (\u725b ni\u00fa)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">1, 4<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">5, 6<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">2021<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wukongsch.com\/blog\/tiger-chinese-zodiac-post-22250\/\">Tiger<\/a> (\u864e h\u01d4)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">1, 3, 4<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">6, 7, 8<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">2022<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Rabbit (\u5154 t\u00f9)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">3, 4, 6<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">1, 7, 8<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">2023<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Dragon (\u9f99 l\u00f3ng)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">1, 6, 7<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">3, 8<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">2024<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wukongsch.com\/blog\/snake-chinese-zodiac-post-23778\/\">Snake<\/a> (\u86c7 sh\u00e9)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">2, 8, 9<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">1, 6, 7<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">2025<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wukongsch.com\/blog\/horse-chinese-zodiac-post-22034\/\">Horse<\/a> (\u9a6c m\u01ce)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">2, 3, 7<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">1, 5, 6<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wukongsch.com\/blog\/goat-chinese-zodiac-post-22036\/\">Goat<\/a> (\u7f8a y\u00e1ng)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">2, 7<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">4, 9<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">2027<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wukongsch.com\/blog\/monkey-chinese-zodiac-post-22269\/\">Monkey<\/a> (\u7334 h\u00f3u)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">4, 9<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">2, 7<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">2028<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wukongsch.com\/blog\/rooster-chinese-zodiac-post-22000\/\">Rooster<\/a> (\u9e21 j\u012b)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">5, 7, 8<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">1, 3, 9<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">2029<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wukongsch.com\/blog\/chinese-zodiac-dog-post-22274\/\">Dog<\/a> (\u72d7 g\u01d2u)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">3, 4, 9<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">1, 6, 7<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">2030<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Pig (\u732a zh\u016b)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">2, 5, 8<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">1, 7<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">2031<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"faq-about-lucky-and-unlucky-numbers-in-chinese\"><\/span>FAQ About Lucky and Unlucky Numbers in Chinese<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1776309724980\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q: What number is &#8220;I love you&#8221; in Chinese?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A: The most popular is <strong>520 (w\u01d4 \u00e8r l\u00edng)<\/strong>, sounding like &#8220;\u6211\u7231\u4f60 (w\u01d2 \u00e0i n\u01d0)&#8221;. 521 is also used in northern China. Combine as 5201314 for &#8220;I love you forever&#8221;.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1776309734877\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q: What is the luckiest number in Chinese culture?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A: Number 8 is universally considered the luckiest, as it sounds like the word for &#8220;getting rich&#8221; (\u53d1\u8d22 f\u0101 c\u00e1i).<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1776309747728\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q: Why is 4 unlucky in Chinese?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A: The number 4 (\u56db s\u00ec) has the exact same pronunciation as the word for &#8220;death&#8221; (\u6b7b s\u01d0), making it the most avoided number in China.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1776309759892\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q: What does 9999 mean in Chinese?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A: It\u2019s the amplified lucky number 9, sounding like &#8220;\u4e45 (ji\u01d4)&#8221; (forever). Symbolizes eternal love, longevity and lasting prosperity. Used in wedding red envelopes and elder birthdays.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1776309772061\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q: Why is 7 unlucky in feng shui?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A: It has mixed connotations, not universally unlucky. Negative ties to funeral customs: &#8220;\u5934\u4e03 (t\u00f3u q\u012b)&#8221; and Ghost Month (7th lunar month). Avoid major events in Ghost Month, but it\u2019s lucky for romance and career.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Understanding lucky and unlucky numbers in Chinese is more than just a fun cultural fact \u2013 it helps you avoid awkward mistakes and connect more deeply with Chinese people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to learn more about Chinese culture and language, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wukongsch.com\/\">Wukong Education<\/a> is here to help. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wukongsch.com\/chinese\/\">Wukong Chinese<\/a> has online classes for kids ages 4-18, uses real-life cultural scenarios to make learning Chinese fun and practical. 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Unlike Western cultures that fear the number 13, Chinese people have their own set of lucky and unlucky numbers that shape daily life, from phone numbers to wedding dates. In this concise guide, we\u2019ll break down the core logic behind Chinese number luck, cover the most important lucky and unlucky numbers, and share practical tips you can use right away. The Core Logic of Chinese Number Luck Chinese number superstitions follow one simple rule: sound equals meaning. A number is lucky if its pronunciation sounds like a word with positive connotations, and unlucky if it sounds like something negative. 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