On the fourth day of Tet, a heartwarming and adorable moment captured a little girl named Suty (5 years old) in Thai Nguyen quickly became a social media sensation. The short video showing Suty carefully handing her New Year money to her mother has not only brought laughter to her family but also garnered significant attention from the online community.
Adorable Expressions and Community Response
In the 13-second video, Suty’s wide-eyed, slightly disappointed expression as she hands over her New Year money to her mother went viral on social media. Within just a few hours of being posted, the video received nearly 2.5 million views, thousands of comments, and shares.
Many netizens expressed their delight at Suty’s genuine expressions. One user commented, “She looks like she’s about to cry, it’s too cute!”. Others shared their own childhood memories of keeping their New Year money.
According to Mr. Nguyen Duy Vu, Suty’s father, the video was initially uploaded to his personal page for sentimental reasons. He emphasized that Suty’s expression was not due to coercion but rather because she was pouting after asking her mother to keep the money safe for her.
A heartwarming moment as Suty gives her New Year money to her mother (Screenshot from video)
Afterwards, Suty happily joined her family on a trip, proving that the moment was just a random, non-stressful occurrence.
Cultural Significance of the New Year Money Tradition
Speaking with Dan Tri reporters, Prof. Dr. Le Qui Duc, former Deputy Director of the Institute of Culture and Development at the Ho Chi Minh National Political Academy, highlighted the importance of the New Year money tradition in Vietnamese culture.
According to him, red envelopes symbolize luck, peace, and happiness—values everyone wishes for during the new year. Placing money in envelopes helps express these wishes discreetly, avoiding comparisons and unnecessary conflicts.
“New Year money is more than a material gift; it is a meaningful wish for loved ones, friends, and children,” he said.
However, he also advised parents to teach children how to use their New Year money responsibly. This helps children understand the cultural significance of the tradition and learn financial management skills.
New Year money represents good fortune and happiness for the coming year (Illustration: Hoai Nam)
Teaching Children to Use New Year Money Effectively
Mr. Tran Hai Nguyen, Director of a life skills training unit in Ho Chi Minh City, believes parents should educate children about the meaning and proper use of New Year money.
Parents can suggest that children donate a portion of their money to charity or give it to relatives. The remaining amount can be allocated wisely: some for personal enjoyment (toys, books), and the rest for savings or a savings account.
Guiding children on how to use their New Year money effectively will help them develop good spending habits and appreciate the sentiment behind the gift.
Conclusion
The story of Suty not only brings joy and laughter but also serves as a reminder of the deeper meaning of the New Year money tradition. Teach children to use their New Year money wisely while preserving the beauty of this traditional custom during the Tet festival.
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References
- Dan Tri Online – Article: “The truth behind the viral video of a little girl looking shocked while giving New Year money to her mother.”
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