red envelope

Sebaetdon is a special gift that adults give to children during Seollal (Lunar New Year). Money is placed in a red envelope and given with wishes for a happy new year.

Many Asian countries have this tradition. In China, it's called hóngbāo, and in Vietnam, it's called lì xì, both symbolizing good luck.

The sebaetdon culture goes beyond a simple monetary gift; it embodies the warm affection shared between generations. These days, giving and receiving digital sebaetdon or sending money through mobile apps has become a trend.

Interestingly, the design of the envelopes and the meaning behind the amount of money differ from country to country. For example, in China, 8 is considered a lucky number, so amounts like 88 or 888 are preferred, while in Korea, round numbers in units of ten thousand are generally favored.