CNY Prep Mode On! 5 Things Malaysians Do Before the Big Day
The Most Exciting Part of CNY? Preparing for It! 🎉
Let’s See If Your Must-Do List Made It!
For many Malaysians, the excitement of Chinese New Year starts long before the actual day.
From shopping for snacks to deep cleaning the house, the festive mood slowly builds up as we prepare.
So… here’s a fun list of things Malaysians usually do before CNY.
Let’s see if yours made it onto the list 👀
1. Stock Up on New Year Snacks 🥜🍊
No CNY is complete without:
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Love letters
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Pineapple tarts
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Assorted cookies
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Mandarin oranges
Whether homemade or store-bought, this is usually the first thing everyone prepares.
Because… guests are coming! 😆
2. Spring Cleaning the House 🧹
Out with the old, in with the new!
Before CNY:
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Cupboards get reorganised
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Curtains get washed
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Dusty corners finally get attention
It’s believed that cleaning helps:
✨ Remove bad luck
✨ Welcome good fortune
3. Shopping for New Clothes 👗👕
Wearing new clothes symbolises:
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A fresh start
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New blessings
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Good vibes for the new year
From matching family outfits to something red for luck — shopping is always on the list!
4. Planning Visits & Open Houses 📅
Before CNY even starts:
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Family group chats become active
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Everyone plans which house to visit first
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Open house dates are confirmed
Because CNY = reunion time ❤️
5. New Year, New Home Appliances! ✨
(Yes, this one must be on the list!)
Many families love to:
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Replace old appliances
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Upgrade home essentials
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Prepare for more guests coming over
New year = new upgrades = better home vibes 😉
Preparing for CNY isn’t just about tasks, it’s about feeling the festive spirit grow day by day.
Planning to Upgrade Your Home Appliances?
If you’re thinking of giving your home a little upgrade this new year, come visit your nearest ESH outlet!
We carry a wide range of appliances, from:
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Small home appliances
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Refrigerators
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Washers & dryers
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TVs
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Air-conditioners
