Lucky Number Combinations

Some number combinations carry their own message in Chinese. These are the most popular lucky (and a few unlucky) patterns — perfect for picking a phone number, plate or wedding date.

8888

lucky

Quadruple wealth — “prosper, prosper, prosper, prosper”.

888

lucky

Triple prosperity — one of the most sought‑after patterns.

1688

lucky

“Prosper all the way” (一路發發).

168

lucky

“Prosperous all the way” (一路發) — popular for businesses.

518

lucky

“I will prosper” (我要發).

1314

lucky

“For a whole lifetime” (一生一世) — a romantic forever.

520

lucky

“I love you” (我愛你) — used by couples.

6688

lucky

“Smooth and prosperous” — flow plus wealth.

999

lucky

Everlasting — long life and lasting love.

666

lucky

“Everything flows smoothly” (六六大順). (Not evil in China!)

lucky

Double prosperity.

lucky

Doubly smooth — things go your way.

lucky

Lasting — long‑term success and love.

lucky

“Easy money” (易發) — easy to prosper.

250

unlucky

Slang for “idiot / good‑for‑nothing” (二百五).

444

unlucky

Triple four — strongly tied to death.

unlucky

Sounds like “want to die / will die” (要死).

unlucky

Double death sound — best avoided.

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Frequently asked questions

What does 168 mean?

168 (一路發) means “prosperous all the way”, a favourite for businesses and car plates.

What does 520 mean?

520 (我愛你) sounds like “I love you”, so couples use it on dates, messages and gifts.