Number 4 is unlucky number
Koreans don't like the number 4. They claim that it brings bad luck. In a building, especially in the elevator, you will notice that the number 4 is missing because it has been replaced by the letter F, which stands for Four in English, meaning the number 4.
Write name in red ink
It may sound normal, but in fact, in Korea, writing names in red ink is a taboo. For the people of this country, only when writing the names of dead people, they use red ink. The act of writing names in red ink will bring bad luck or even death.
Turn on the electric fan in a closed room
Some individuals, especially the elderly, the older generation in Korea claim that turning on an electric fan in a closed room while sleeping will kill you.
Whistling at night
In Korea, whistling at night is said to attract spirits or ghosts back to the real world. Therefore, if a Korean hears you whistling, they will immediately cover your mouth.
Buy shoes as gifts
Koreans have a saying that if you give a pair of shoes to a loved one, such as a boyfriend, best friend, or family member, they will leave you one day. Therefore, when receiving this gift, Koreans will often return a small amount of money as an exchange to avoid this belief from becoming a reality.
Strolling down Deoksugung Street
Many Koreans still hold a strong belief that if any couple ever walks down Deoksugung Street, the outcome of their relationship is a breakup.
Give chicken wings to your lover
If you love someone from the land of kimchi, when you go out to eat together, she may refuse to let you eat chicken wings. Don't worry and think that she is complaining about her gluttony. That action only means that she is afraid of losing you.
Jump on the child's body
Koreans would probably be really upset if they found out that someone had jumped on their child. Because, people here believe that such an action will limit the child's development.
Leg shaking
Shaking your legs and feet is a big no-no in Korea. Children are taught from a young age never to shake their legs or feet under any circumstances. It is believed that this action causes children to shake off all their luck.
