1. What is Lunar Age?

Lunar age is a traditional age calculation method used in many East Asian cultures. It differs from Western age calculation by adding one year at birth and another year at each Lunar New Year.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the lunar age formula:

Where:

• \( Age \) — Current age in years
• Birthday Status — Whether your birthday comes before or after the Lunar New Year

Explanation: In lunar age calculation, everyone gains a year at the Lunar New Year. If your birthday hasn't occurred yet in the current lunar year, you add an additional year.

3. Importance of Lunar Age

Details: Lunar age is significant in many cultural traditions, including coming-of-age ceremonies, marriage customs, and birthday celebrations in East Asian cultures.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your current age in years and select whether your birthday comes before or after the Lunar New Year. All values must be valid (age between 1-120).

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why is lunar age different from international age?
A: Lunar age counts time differently, considering everyone as 1 year old at birth and adding a year at each Lunar New Year.

Q2: How much can lunar age differ from international age?
A: Lunar age can be 1-2 years older than international age, depending on birth date and current date relative to Lunar New Year.

Q3: When is the Lunar New Year?
A: The date varies each year between January 21 and February 20 in the Gregorian calendar.

Q4: Which countries use lunar age?
A: Lunar age is traditionally used in China, Korea, Vietnam, and other East Asian cultures.

Q5: Is lunar age used officially?
A: Most East Asian countries now use international age for official purposes, but lunar age remains important culturally.