The Chinese character fu (福; fú ⓘ), meaning 'fortune' or 'good luck' is represented both as a Chinese ideograph and, at times, pictorially, in one of its homophonous forms. It is often found on a figurine of the male god of the same name, one of the trio of "star gods" Fú, Lù, and Shòu.

The Chinese character Fu (福) is one of the most important characters in Chinese, having a complex and widely-extended meaning. Fu is a common symbol in Chinese culture and stands for happiness, blessing, and good fortune.

2012年10月29日 · A much lesser-known belief/tradition is that the FU should be posted upside down ONLY on the main gate/door facing the exterior. This is to indicate that FU or LUCK hasn't yet arrived in that specific household and is a sign to usher it in.

The Chinese character Fu stands for good luck, good fortune, and blessing. Sometimes it also means happiness. It is most popularly used during the Chinese New Year celebrations, hung upside down on the entrances of many Chinese homes.

2019年2月7日 · What does Fu character in Chinese mean? The Chinese character Fu (福) means happiness, blessing, and good fortune. People across China have the tradition to paste this character on their doors or windows during the Spring Festival to greet the Chinese Lunar New Year (which falls on February 5 this year).

2024年7月17日 · In traditional Chinese culture, the character "Fu" is seen as a symbol of good fortune, happiness, and completeness, expressing people's wishes for family harmony, career success, and national prosperity.

2008年9月12日 · One such character is "福" (fú), a symbol that permeates Chinese life, especially during festivals and celebrations. But what does "福" truly represent, and why does it hold such a special place in Chinese hearts? Let's explore the layers …

2025年1月16日 · The Fu character, rich in symbolism, embodies the hopes and aspirations of the Chinese people for prosperity and happiness. With its historical origins rooted in ancient sacrificial customs, it symbolizes offerings, abundance, and good fortune. The upside-down placement of Fu carries a clever linguistic play: it sounds like "Fu dào le ...

2023年7月6日 · In Feng Shui, Fu is considered a powerful symbol for attracting positive energy and good fortune. Its placement and usage play a key role in harnessing the chi and creating a harmonious environment. The Fu character is often incorporated into Feng Shui practices as a means to attract prosperity, blessings, and abundance.

2024年10月23日 · One of the most widely seen Chinese characters is 福 fú the character for good fortune or luck. You see it painted as a decoration everywhere: on wind chimes, paintings, lanterns, pots and posters. A look at its origin gives a feel of the complexity and longevity of symbols in Chinese culture.