How to Say ‘Great luck’ in Traditional Chinese
大吉
💬 Usage Tip: [大] = big, [吉] = auspicious/lucky. It’s a classic “lucky word” you’ll see on decorations. Often paired with [大利] as a set phrase.
🇹🇼 In Taiwan: You might see [大吉] on red couplets and shop signs during New Year, especially when people want good fortune for the year (and for business).
Word-by-Word Breakdown
大吉
[dà jí]
great luck; very auspicious
A common New Year blessing meaning strong/great good fortune.
新年快樂，祝你大吉，步步高升。
Happy New Year—wishing you great luck and steady promotion.
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