It’s also a cultural thing - I was taught in the college that I used to work for (which had a high population of Chinese students) that if you give someone of Chinese nationality a gift, especially at a party or something, they often won’t open it there, and don’t be offended. It’s considered rude to just open it in front of everyone. They have a gift table and display the wrapped gifties, and will open them in private. Most likely to avoid any hurt feelings if the person either gave an inferior gift by comparison (or duplicate gift) or to avoid showing any disappointment if it’s not well-received. :)
It’s also a cultural thing - I was taught in the college that I used to work for (which had a high population of Chinese students) that if you give someone of Chinese nationality a gift, especially at a party or something, they often won’t open it there, and don’t be offended. It’s considered rude to just open it in front of everyone. They have a gift table and display the wrapped gifties, and will open them in private. Most likely to avoid any hurt feelings if the person either gave an inferior gift by comparison (or duplicate gift) or to avoid showing any disappointment if it’s not well-received. :)
Happy New Year, Justin!