1. What is Chinese Lunar Age?

Chinese Lunar Age is a traditional age calculation method used in many East Asian cultures. It differs from Western age calculation as people are considered one year old at birth and gain a year at each Lunar New Year.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the simple formula:

Where:

• Current Lunar Year — The current year in the Chinese lunar calendar
• Birth Lunar Year — The year of birth in the Chinese lunar calendar

Explanation: This calculation gives the traditional East Asian age which is typically 1-2 years older than Western age.

3. Importance of Lunar Age

Details: Lunar age is important in many cultural traditions, determining life milestones, marriage compatibility, and celebration of birthdays in many East Asian cultures.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter both years in the Chinese lunar calendar format. The current lunar year can be found in any Chinese calendar converter.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why is lunar age different from Western age?
A: In the lunar age system, you're born at 1 year old and gain a year at each Lunar New Year, rather than on your birthday.

Q2: How do I find my birth lunar year?
A: You can use online Chinese calendar converters to find the lunar year corresponding to your Gregorian birth date.

Q3: When does the lunar age increase?
A: Lunar age increases at the Lunar New Year (Spring Festival), not on one's birthday.

Q4: Is lunar age used in modern times?
A: While official documents use Western age, lunar age is still widely used for cultural traditions and celebrations.

Q5: How much older is lunar age typically?
A: Depending on birth date, lunar age is usually 1-2 years older than Western age.