Definitions
- 1. money wrapped in red as a gift
- 2. bonus payment
- 3. kickback
- 4. bribe
Usage notes
Common mistakes
红包 means 'red envelope,' but for digital red envelopes on apps like WeChat, the term 微信红包 is often used instead.
Formality
红包 is informal and widely used in everyday speech and digital platforms. In formal financial contexts, terms like 奖金 are more appropriate for bonuses.
Example Sentences
1 shown春节的时候，长辈给孩子们发 红包 。
During Spring Festival, elders give red envelopes to children.
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