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Meaning of red envelope | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2
ˌɹɛd ˈɛnvələʊp

Definitions

In Chinese communities, a decorated paper envelope, traditionally red, containing a gift of money (lucky money) presented during special occasions such as birthdays, weddings, and the Chinese New Year; also, the gift of money presented in such an envelope.

Equivalents

한국어 세뱃돈
Tiếng Việt bao lì xì

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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