Chinese New Year Vocabulary - Words

fortune-cookie
noodles
chopstick
dragon
firecracker
orange
reunion-dinner
scroll
lion-dance
chinese-zodiac
envelope-chinese
lantern-chinese
egg-roll

This Chinese New Year words task introduces learners to key vocabulary connected to Chinese New Year. The activity is designed for A1–A2 level students and young ESL learners.

Learners practise common festival words using pictures and simple vocabulary activities. The task helps students recognise and remember words related to Chinese New Year celebrations.

This activity is suitable for:

  • ESL / EFL classrooms
  • Primary school and beginner learners
  • Chinese New Year themed lessons
  • Vocabulary practice with visual support

Typical words include lantern, dragon, fireworks, red envelope, festival and other symbols of Chinese New Year.