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Do not give clocks as gifts because “giving a clock” sounds like attending a funeral in Chinese
Some avoid east–west facing flats because people inside are said to be “hotheaded” and quarrelsome
Avoid house or unit numbers with the digit 4 because it sounds like “death” in Chinese
Avoid swimming during the seventh lunar month because water ghosts may drag you under
Do not hang wet clothes outside at night during Hungry Ghost month or spirits may “wear” them
Do not sit in the front row of getai shows because those seats are “reserved” for ghosts
Do not whistle, sing loudly, or stay out too late at night during Hungry Ghost month or spirits will follow you
Do not cut your nails at night or you will shorten your life or attract spirits
Do not point directly at the moon or your ear will be cut or scarred
Don’t clear the table while people are still eating, or the last diner will live a lonely life
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