Never give clocks, watches or pocket watches as gifts, because "giving clocks" sounds like a "funeral ceremony". According to China's taboo, the clock symbolizes that time is running out. There are many other gifts from China that are unlucky and should be avoided.
It is taboo for China to share stories about life and death and ghost stories on special occasions and festivals. It is considered very unlucky to do so.
There are many taboos in China New Year. On New Year's Day, you can't say unlucky things. Words such as rest, plunder, death, extinction and poverty should not be said.
On New Year's Eve, all the doors and windows at home should be opened to celebrate and welcome the New Year. All debts should be paid off during the Lunar New Year, and nothing should be lent out during the New Year's Day.