What is another word for red packet?
Pronunciation: [ɹˈɛd pˈakɪt] (IPA) 
In Chinese culture, "red packet" is a traditional way of giving money during special occasions such as weddings, birthdays, and Chinese New Year. It is also known as "hongbao" or "lai see" in Mandarin and Cantonese respectively. However, there are also other terms used to refer to this practice such as "ang pao" in Hokkien and Teochew, "sampul merah" in Malay and Indonesian, and "li xi" in Vietnamese. Although the name varies depending on the country or region, the practice of giving red packets is a widely accepted norm throughout Southeast Asia and serves as a symbol of good luck and prosperity.
