Exploring Korean Traditions: Family Events and Funeral Customs

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   Koreans emphasize relationships and community, and greetings often reflect these values.  Especially during special situations such as moving to a new home, Koreans uphold traditions that foster respect and friendliness.  Let’s explore these scenarios in more detail. 1. Moving to a New Place In Korea, when someone moves into a new neighborhood, it is common to greet neighbors with small gifts such as rice cakes ( tteok ) or household items like detergent or soap. This tradition is rooted in the desire to build a good relationship with neighbors and bring harmony to the community. Sharing rice cakes, especially those made with red beans, is believed to ward off bad luck. Why this custom? This gesture shows humility and an intention to form a friendly connection with the people around you. It also sets the tone for mutual respect in the new living environment. What to Say: "Hello, we recently moved in. We hope to get along well with you." In Korean: "μ•ˆλ…•ν•˜μ„Έμš”, μ €ν¬λŠ” μƒˆλ‘œ 이...

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