This belief is still followed by many people, particularly in Chinese-speaking communities such as mainland China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan. In modern urban settings, younger generations may not strictly observe the superstition but often remain aware of its implications, especially during significant occasions like birthdays or retirements. Social etiquette often dictates the substitution of less symbolically charged items or the addition of a token payment (like a coin) to neutralize the bad omen. Luxury watch gifting is less taboo among the youth or in international contexts, but culturally-informed individuals still caution against gifting any timepiece without understanding the implicit meanings. On social media and in gift-giving blogs, this superstition is frequently discussed as part of “what not to gift” guides for Chinese New Year, weddings, and major life events.