请帖 (qǐngtiě): n. invitation cards     
红包 (hóngbāo): n. a red envelope with a gift of money    

If you are asked "which color is Chinese people's favorite color?" You must answer "Red." You are right. Finding red-colored things in China is an easy task, as its powerful presence can be found everywhere.

The color “红 (hóng) red” is fresh and pure, and in China we call it China Red. Chinese people are fascinated by the color red not only because of its intoxicating vibrancy, but also because of its rich meaning in Chinese culture and history. It is believed that red is an auspicious color. It signifies reunion, health, happiness, harmony, peace and prosperity. Today let’s talk about the cultural significance of the color red in Chinese people’s life.

During the Spring Festival, which is the most important festival in China, people will set off red “鞭炮 (biānpào) firecrackers,” paste “红对联 (hóng duìlián) red couplets” on doorframes and red “剪纸 (jiǎn zhǐ) paper-cuts” on windows, hang and light “红灯笼 (hóng dēnglóng) red lanterns” at night, and give out “红包 (hóngbāo) red envelopes with a gift of money” to kids.

Traditional Chinese weddings feature the use of red, which is supposed to ensure a happy future for the couple. Red candles create a cozy and warm environment, and “囍 (xǐ) Red Double Happiness characters” are pasted on doors and walls. Red “请帖 (qǐngtiě) invitation cards” are sent and guests present red envelopes. The couple’s new bed is covered with red bed sheets and red quilts.

In China, red is more than just a shade of color. It carries the ancient history and culture of the Chinese country. China Red is filled with mysterious charm, which you should experience and explore!

请帖 (qǐngtiě): n. invitation cards     

Wǒ zhēn shì hǎo bù róngyì cái nòng dào zhè zhāng qǐngtiě.
 我   真    是  好   不   容易  才    弄    到   这    张      请帖。
  
I had awful trouble getting an invitation card.

红包 (hóngbāo): n. a red envelope with a gift of money    

Gōngxǐ fācái, hóngbāo ná lái.
  恭喜    发财， 红包    拿  来！     
Wish you a prosperous new year. Now give me my red envelope!