Lucky License Plates in Vietnam: Decoding the Mystery

“Oh, come on, what’s so special about a license plate? As long as the vehicle runs, it’s good!” My neighbor, Mr. Ba, scoffed when I complained about the new license plate I got. He had a point, but I still felt uneasy. Could it be that Vietnamese spirituality overlooks something as closely associated with us as our “second wife”?

License Plates – More Than Just Numbers?

Vietnamese people are often superstitious and value omens, especially in important matters like buying a vehicle or building a house. Therefore, it’s not surprising that license plates are also carefully scrutinized, hoping to find something lucky and auspicious.

The Spiritual Meaning Hidden in the Numbers

According to Mr. Nam, a renowned feng shui “expert” in my neighborhood, each number carries a specific meaning:

• Number 1: Growth, a lucky beginning.
• Number 2: Double happiness, smooth sailing.
• Number 3: Talent, wealth, solid development.
• Number 4: Often feared due to its similar pronunciation to the word “death,” but actually represents the meaning of origin and growth.
• Number 5: Five elements, balance, stability.
• Number 6: Prosperity, abundant wealth.
• Number 7: A spiritual number, representing power and authority.
• Number 8: Prosperity, wealth, and fortune.
• Number 9: Longevity, fulfillment.

Therefore, it’s understandable why people prefer license plates with many lucky numbers or meaningful combinations like: 39 (Eternal Talent), 68 (Prosperity and Fortune), 79 (Great Fortune God),…

“Four of a Kind,” “Five of a Kind” – When Luck Multiplies?

For instance, my friend got a license plate with “four of a kind” 8s and was overjoyed for a week, showing it off everywhere. Everyone said he was lucky and would be successful in business.

Whether it’s true or not remains to be seen, but clearly, owning a “beautiful” and “unique” license plate reflects the owner’s personality, aesthetic taste, and “playfulness.”

License Plate Selection: Between Spirituality and Reason

However, like my neighbor Mr. Ba, many believe that “a good vehicle is one that runs well, a good license plate is one that… doesn’t get you fined.” They believe that a license plate is just a series of numbers to distinguish vehicles, having nothing to do with fate or luck.

What Matters Is “Safe Driving”?

Mr. Bay, a friend of my father and a long-time truck driver, shared: “I’ve been driving for many years, with all kinds of license plates, good and bad, and I haven’t seen any difference. The most important thing is to drive carefully and obey traffic laws, that’s the real amulet for safety.”

Indeed, vehicles are potentially dangerous. No matter how beautiful your license plate is, if you are careless or negligent, accidents can happen at any time.

So, Does a License Plate’s Beauty Matter?

The answer is… it depends on you! If you value spirituality and seek peace of mind and luck, choosing a “beautiful” license plate according to your personal beliefs is understandable.

But if you are practical, focus on driving safely and obeying traffic laws. That’s the most effective way to protect yourself and those around you.

Want to learn more about the meaning of license plates? Check out this article: https://xetaihanoi.edu.vn/y-nghia-cua-bien-so-xe-65/

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Share your opinion on whether the beauty of a license plate matters. Is it an important factor or just a meaningless series of numbers?

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