Why you can’t give a wristwatch to your loved one, boyfriend, man, husband, girlfriend, woman for a birthday, New Year, wedding, as a gift: omen. Why is giving a watch a bad omen? What

Where does the superstition that you can’t give a watch come from?

There are two main versions that are generally considered true.

Western

In Western traditions, arrows are usually equated with pointed objects, which means that they already fall into the category of those gifts that are undesirable to give, such as forks, knives and scissors, as well as other cutting and stabbing objects.
It is generally accepted that such gifts tend to attract unclean forces, which at the moment of giving become attached to the recipient. Subsequently, this will lead either to some kind of misfortune or very big quarrels with the donor, sometimes even to a complete and final break in the relationship. It is also customary to say about pointed objects that they can “cut happiness and friendship.”

Eastern

The second common reason why watches are not given as gifts came to us from distant China. They have long had the opinion that a watch is a kind of invitation to a funeral. Yes, it’s a rather strange sign, but it’s generally difficult for us, fellow Slavs, to understand Western culture.

There are many interpretations of this superstition. Some people think that the clock is counting down the time until separation, and as soon as the birthday gift clock stops, you will part with the person forever. And some are even sure that they are counting down the time until the death of the donee and thus pose a direct threat to the life of the donee. In general, the omen is creepy.

Slavic

The Slavs have their own concept of this sign. According to legend, when you give a watch, you also bring pain, emptiness, and disappointment to the person with this gift. Some people think that by giving a watch, you are giving away part of your life. Often such a gift is called a quarrel between lovers, and some believe that the death of the recipient is approaching.

How to give a watch correctly and avoid bad omens and superstitions

Let's imagine the situation. There's a huge party going on for your birthday. Everyone has arrived, you accept gifts and see that your best friend has decided on this wonderful day to give you an expensive brand watch. So what should we do? You won’t run around the room and tell everyone what your beloved grandmother bequeathed to you. Although, of course, anything can happen...

First of all, don't be upset. If you are still a deeply superstitious person and under no circumstances want to lose your relationship with a friend, then you can simply get rid of the watch: - give it to someone else. – take it to a pawnshop if the item is really valuable or throw it away.

There is another option: let go of the situation and don’t bother. Some are sure that exactly what he sincerely believes happens to a person. Therefore, the best solution to all issues is to mentally make a simple one out of a complex problem and, in the end, it will simply disappear by itself.

If you dreamed of a watch presented by a friend, friend or loved one, you need to pay attention to your relationship: - maybe a loved one needs your attention, support or help; – perhaps you need to take a break and just spend time with each other; – your relationship has long required a sincere heart-to-heart conversation followed by clarification of the path of their development.

Of course, it is very difficult to unambiguously answer the question of why this or that event or thing was dreamed about. Much depends not only on providence, karma, stars and the position of the Moon, but also on the psychological state of a person, his mood and specific life circumstances. Therefore, before blindly believing information from dream books, perhaps you should just relax, take a day off, take a walk in the park and think about your loved one and your true desires. Unfortunately, we rarely can afford this.

Alternatively, a lover of cooking will appreciate a beautiful, expensive hourglass, for example, to time the time of boiling soft-boiled eggs. Moms will love a gift in the form of a watch with sand, which can be used to time the time of brushing their children's teeth.

A gold or silver jewelry watch is an ideal gift for your beloved wife on a wedding anniversary or anniversary. Yes, you may have to spend a little money, but your darling will definitely appreciate the idea. Why?

Firstly, all women love jewelry. (Although here the author should most likely note that saying the word “everything” in relation to women is very dangerous. There will definitely be that beauty who will say that she does not like precious stones). Secondly, the jewelry will remain in your family for a long time and will then be passed on to your daughter or granddaughter.

In other words, you will catch two birds with one stone. Thirdly, such a gift shows that you don’t mind spending money on the woman you love. In any case, when choosing a watch for a girl, woman, dad, husband or friend for a name day, birthday, or even Teacher’s Day, you should first conduct an investigation in terms of the attitude of loved ones to this kind of gift, and then take some action. Otherwise, you can run into a flurry of indignation and negative emotions.

A woman should choose a watch as a gift taking into account her lifestyle.

Then she will wear them without taking them off. If you don’t dare give a watch as a gift to your beloved, present it to a relative or friend. It would be right to give a watch to your sister. There are no rules regarding donating chronometers to a relative. All superstitions are associated with beloved couples. Therefore, if you are choosing a gift for your sister, you can safely settle on this decision. It would be great if they come with a commemorative engraving.

Women's watch, SL (price on the link)

For an active woman who goes in for sports and loves extreme types of recreation, an electronic watch model is suitable.

Modern products are equipped with all sorts of functions: stopwatch, timer, step meter and others. There is even a clock that counts calories. Diet lovers will love this chronometer.

If a girl is involved in swimming or diving, pay attention to the fact that the chronometers have waterproof characteristics. Then she will be able to use them constantly.

Stylish electronic watch

Many girls lead active lifestyles that involve dangerous situations. If the birthday girl is one of them and likes, for example, to ride a scooter in the breeze, choose a shock-resistant watch. In addition, the design of electronic models fits better with the image of such women.

Present a mechanical watch to a business lady. They will emphasize her status and show others her position in society. Watches from expensive well-known manufacturers are the best indicator of material wealth.

Women's watch with mineral glass, SL (price on the link)

It is also better to purchase mechanical chronometers for a woman older than middle age. They look more solid. Electronic models are more suitable for young people. The exception is young business women.

Teachers, doctors, accountants will prefer mechanical options; they emphasize their special position, which should be respected by others.

When choosing a gift for a fashionista, pay special attention to the design of the dial and bracelet of the watch. Often for such women, watches serve as a fashion accessory, so they will like chronometers from famous fashion designers.

Watch dials can be decorated with precious stones, and the bracelet itself is made of valuable metals. Such models are not only a time meter, but also a stylish decoration.

Women's watch on a Milanese bracelet, SL (price on the link)

The price of a watch directly depends on the material from which it is made and the reputation of the manufacturer.

Smart watch

Today, unique smart watches are in fashion. This is a “smart model” of chronometers. They combine the functions of a phone and a watch. You can make calls from them. Until now, smart watches did not support only SIM cards from the Tele2 operator. Chronometers can replace a small PC and are suitable for an intellectual girl or a lover of high technology.

Wall Clock

It's a great idea to choose a wall clock as a gift. If it’s hard to guess a woman’s taste, this will be the solution. Giving a wall clock to a friend means leaving a lasting memory of yourself.

They can also be equipped with an engraving that will indicate who the gift was from and in honor of what event it was given.

Wall clock with engraving

They can be an excellent gift for both anniversaries and regular birthdays.

Their prices vary, depending on the manufacturer: there are expensive options that are real masterpieces of art, and there are also simple, affordable models.

If you choose a watch as a gift for your significant other, give it with words of love. Not a single woman will think anything bad if she is confident in the feelings of her chosen one. In addition to the watch, order a special gift box, on which it will be clearly written that you do not intend to part with it and plan to spend the rest of your life together. Such words will not arouse suspicion even in the most superstitious person; she will accept them with gratitude.

Having figured out why it is impossible or not recommended to give a watch to a loved one, an elderly person, or a birthday person, you should consider the questions of who is preparing such a gift. The following list of potential recipients is identified - for them such a gift is considered as the main option:

• It has already been described above whether it is possible to give a hand or wall clock to a loved one who does not think about signs. The answer is clear - it is allowed, even for a girl.
• You can give an antique watch for a birthday to a birthday person who is a collector. It is not an important factor here what household items he collects - antiques, namely watch mechanisms of various types. It is important that the item is old and of historical value.
• They give it to a loved one, even if he knows about the omen and is suspicious. You just need to choose brutal officer models, Swiss watches that will “beat” all prejudices with greatness.
• Men can also give it to a woman if they choose an attractive model with iridescent dancing crystals on a leather belt. Even girls who know about omens will like such gifts. It will be especially nice if the mechanism comes with a gold or gilded bracelet with additional engraving.

Separately, the question is considered whether it is possible to give watches of any model for a wedding to newlyweds. Young people can also regard a gift of this kind as a bad omen. You can avoid dissatisfaction by presenting the product unexpectedly. It is recommended to give preference to special models of wall mechanisms in which photos are inserted. It is better to choose a photo in advance, of course, where happy young people will be depicted.

If you find yourself in the recipient's shoes, you should be smart and use the following tips:

• Don't panic. It is recommended to cast aside all doubts and superstitions and enjoy the gift.
• Giving a watch does not mean that the giver wished you trouble. If you have bad thoughts, pay off his evil intentions and the possible invasion of evil spirits.
• Throw away a gift if it reminds you of possible trouble. Similar rituals are performed with a broken mirror - it cannot be kept in the house. Take the donated clock mechanism outside the house - re-gift it, throw it away, break it, etc.

• calm down;
• discard superstitions;
• do not hold a grudge against the donor.

Why can't you give watches to your loved ones?

There are many stories among people about how people gave watches to their significant other and then reaped the bitter consequences.

There was even a story about a couple in which the girl wanted to give her lover a watch, and before that they had never quarreled, but after such a gift, quarrels began. True, their love turned out to be much stronger and the omen ceased to have power: the hand on the clock fell off, and the second hand soon stopped forever.

Although who knows, perhaps the product was simply of poor quality?

Is it possible to give a watch as a housewarming gift?

If you decide to give a wall clock as a housewarming gift, don’t hesitate, this is a very good and valuable gift for a couple who is going to move to a new place of residence. Wall clocks have always been and today remain a very convenient and necessary accessory in the home. If you had relatives or friends who lived in a deep village, then most likely you could see in some place of honor they had a cuckoo clock, which cheerfully and loudly announced the time to all the residents of the house.

Today, in a modern apartment, ancient striking clocks have lost their meaning. People have acquired a large number of different beautiful gadgets; everyone has at least one computer or laptop on their desks. However, in houses with a design in the style of the 19th century, where the space of the premises allows for various experiments in the interior, you will most likely find large beautiful wall or grandfather clocks with chimes. Such a design item speaks of the high status of the owner of the house, his taste and good financial situation.

Large living spaces, made in modern design, are also quite often decorated with huge wall (floor) clocks. However, they are usually made in the modern, postmodern, high-tech style with the successful use of LED lighting and other techniques of modern art.

Let's return to superstitions about housewarming. The donation scheme is the same as with a wristwatch. When presenting a gift, ask the recipient to give you a few coins and thereby dispel all prejudices about watch signs.

Who else should you not give a watch to?

It is best to remember that it is better not to give a watch to anyone on their birthday.

Whether you trust omens or not, it’s better not to give such a gift to your girlfriend. It is no secret that women are more superstitious, so such a gift can offend them or simply ruin their mood, which will be very inappropriate if the reason for the gift was her birthday.

Many people, after turning over 14, begin to get upset over many trifles on this seemingly festive day. Surely among your friends there are those who look dejected on their own birthday. So, many of them feel like the clock is ticking and time is running out.

And the older the recipient, the greater the chance that on his birthday he will think about old age and the transience of life and time in general, so you should not give a watch, or rather, another reason for grief.

By the way, many superstitions about the clock that count down the recipient’s remaining age are associated with the birthday. You should not give such a gift to sick or elderly people.

When not to give a watch

Even in the case of a rational approach to life without faith in omens, it is better to choose not walkers for a present, but something else, especially for the fair sex.
After all, women, knowing about the omen, can use their mental energy to launch negative programs and attitudes. You should not give chronometers to close people - family and friends. After all, a widespread sign about a watch as a gift can ruin the festive mood and relationships. Perceiving a gift in a negative way is worse than the message and meaning it has.

People who have passed the age of 40 tend to talk about approaching old age and lost youth, about the transience of life. Therefore, it is better for such people to avoid chronometers as a gift, so as not to be sad on a holiday, thinking about the mercilessness of time.

What to do if you were given a watch?

So, we understand the root reason why you can’t give a watch.
Now you will think more than once about whether it is worth giving such a gift to someone you know. But what to do if such a gift was given to you?

Firstly, remember that not all people believe in omens, but some, like you, know that you cannot give a watch as a gift. It is likely that the person has not heard of omens, so one should not blame him for all sins.

It is important to remember that it is not the gift itself that is important, but the attention.

If a person wanted to please you and tried to find a beautiful and at the same time practical gift that you would not throw on a distant shelf. Most people are quite sensitive to this ritual of gifting. Even a shadow of doubt about accepting a gift can greatly upset a person, so accept his gift with a smile and thank him for it from the bottom of your heart.

And secondly, in the signs with such a gift, nothing is said about the purchase, which means that you can redeem the gift. Nobody says that you will have to pay the entire amount for a gift; you can even give a symbolic fee, even 10 kopecks.

Many people think that the higher the ransom, the better it is, and they try to redeem the gift with paper bills, but it’s better not to do that. If, when giving a gift in the form of a watch, you want to pay the ransom, then it is better to do it with coins.

Take a handful of coins without counting them and give them to the person when you accept the gift. And a large-scale buyout in itself will look strange, because this way the fact of donation will simply be reduced to nothing. Instead, show how grateful you are through your hospitality and delicious food.

Who can you give a watch to?

In fact, signs do not have any scientific basis, so if a person is superstitious, then any “forbidden” gift can spoil his mood and provoke a placebo effect, which entails a number of coincidences with a bad outcome. If a person does not believe in omens, then it is unlikely that anything will happen to him after receiving a gift.

You can safely give watches as a gift to those who collect them . Such people will definitely be delighted with gifts, but they most likely do not believe in omens.

In addition to all this, you can give a watch
to your husband, boss, brother and father .
Most likely, you have heard more than once about officer watches, which are given to military personnel for their services to the Motherland. Many people have dreamed of something like this since childhood, but never got it. You can buy such a watch yourself, but this cannot be compared with if a man received it as a gift. And if you spare no expense and also order a personal engraving, then such a gift will have no price.

Be that as it may, try to think less about bad things and don’t be afraid to give watches to others. If a watch given to you scares you, then give a few coins to the donor. If this doesn't help, it's better to get rid of them.

Do not under any circumstances throw away the gifted watch, but simply give it to someone else.

However, you can sell it for the same symbolic ransom . Just don’t forget that a gift is a sign of care, love and all the good things, because it will be unpleasant for a person to find out that you didn’t like this gift.

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How to give a watch correctly to avoid signs

Most people have heard that presenting a watch is not the best option.
This is especially a concern for couples in love. Superstition claims that you should not give a watch to your girlfriend from a guy, as this supposedly portends a breakup. But it may not just be about the donor. If he himself is not superstitious, a woman may refuse such a gift and even be offended. Women tend to believe in all signs, so the chosen one may decide that the person is hinting at the end of the relationship by giving such a gift.

Superstition came to Russia from China. It is there that the sign says that giving a woman a wristwatch is dangerous for her life. The fact is that Chinese characters meaning “death” are similar to the spelling of the phrase “wristwatch”. This is where this belief arose and spread throughout the world.

Nowadays, people don’t even know why they give a wristwatch to a girl; all that remains are vague, unpleasant memories of something bad.

But, if your significant other is not superstitious, it is quite possible to give a watch to a girl for her birthday. This is a wonderful gift for a woman.

Chronometers serve as a stylish accessory and can radically change the image of a beauty. Every female representative will be happy with a stylish, elegant watch, provided that she is not suspicious.

the shadow of death hovers over the dial of a pocket watch

Let's consider 3 options for explanation:

• Chinese
• Slavic
• west

In the Celestial Empire, there is a belief that watches are given as a gift by those who wish you death. It is no coincidence that the Chinese character for “death” looks like a clock.

Another interpretation is less creepy. The presented chronograph will bring troubles and misfortunes to the head of the owner and contribute to the final severance of relations between him and the donor. And the moment of their approach will begin from the day the clock stops.

The Slavs were also afraid to receive or give watches as gifts. They noticed a pattern in the damaged relationships between people who were honored in the act of giving and receiving a gift. Another interpretation of the sign is that the donor gives away part of his life with a watch. That is, it reduces the time allotted to oneself.

The Western version of the explanation lies in the structure of the clock. Their arrows have sharp ends, and giving anything cutting objects as a gift is extremely unfavorable. Such gifts are a magnet for dark forces that will fill the life of the gift owner with troubles, grief, damaged relationships with loved ones, friends and suffering.

Let us note that, to a greater extent, the translation of a sign into reality depends on the mood and beliefs of the person who receives the watch as a gift. In the distant past, people were inclined to attribute mystical qualities to inexplicable actions, objects and events. And these fears were passed on and deeply rooted in the memory of generations.

suspicious girl is disappointed with the watch she received as a gift

Due to their natural abilities, women are more sensitive to words and events in the world around them. They are well versed in omens and superstitions.

If you decide to give a watch to a friend, and she is superstitious, then:

• at least you will see her saddened look and disappointment from the gift
• at most, your relationship will fizzle out soon

It's easier to give a watch to your mom. You have known her from birth, the relationship is so strong that it is unlikely to destroy it with superstition.

An elderly relative will appreciate your attention, but not a gift. The time meter in her mind is a symbol of the transience of life and the approaching hour of departure to another world. In addition, if she has serious illnesses, such a woman is even more suspicious both in relationships and gifts. The solution is to give up the idea of ​​giving her a watch.

For your wife, choose another useful gift. Superstitions about watches have a strong position in the sphere of marital relations. The wife may regard such a gift as her husband’s desire to distance himself from her or even divorce her.

The girl she loves will be 100% disappointed and depressed if her lover gives her a chronograph. And the material, the presence of precious stones and memorable inscriptions on the latter are unimportant. Her conclusion is that you have decided to get rid of her communication and break off the relationship.

a man is happy to wear a gift - a watch on his hand.
The reason is a high probability of separation and breakdown of relationships.

In other cases, pay attention only to the person’s superstition. Or keep in mind that:

• mature men are given officer's watches as recognition of their merits and achievements. This tradition comes from army everyday life,
• It is nice for a son, brother, friend or distant relative to receive a time meter as a gift if it is made well. It is comfortable to wear in both business and sports styles.

An interesting model of a table clock in the form of a statue of a girl is an original gift for a beauty connoisseur.
Independent models of chronometers are extremely attractive for choosing them as a gift.

Table and wall clocks are:

• room decor elements
• assistants to a person in planning his activities around the house

There are time meters that are passed down from generation to generation. And no one in the family thinks of taking the coin the moment they receive it.

However, the signs say that:

• the recipient is exposed to the forces of evil. They will soon manifest themselves in his life as troubles, quarrels and loss of contact with loved ones,
• the donor wishes you to become a participant in the funeral, where you are the main character. Such a terrible sign came from China,
• from the moment they stop, the countdown will begin until the severance of all relations between you and the donor,
• you neglect the rules of good manners if you present a watch to a Japanese person. The latter is not ready to leave this world anytime soon. And with your gift you show that you want this.

small coins for redeeming a gift-watch

Since not all people are superstitious, watches are given as gifts and make their owners happy.

They can be taken if:

• the donor and the recipient are free from the influence of signs and superstitions,
• both participants in the act of donation know how to neutralize the triggering of fatal changes in everyone’s life.

In the second case, just give the donor 1-2 coins. Their ringing will frighten the evil one and avert the heavy finger of fate.

Superstitions and omens about watches have become so deeply ingrained in our lives that we take them for reality. On the other hand, there is no scientific evidence of the connection between bad events and the act of donating chronometers.

Communicate well with friends and family. Find out their opinion on such gifts in advance and strengthen your relationship.

The signs about watches don’t end there. There is a whole list of recipients to whom it is not recommended to give the attribute in question:

• It is not recommended to give to women. In this case, we are not talking about superstition, but about possible offense. Girls tend to believe in omens, so a gift may simply offend them. Especially when it comes to your girlfriend. She may take this as a quick separation and program herself to separate.
• Should not be given to birthday people. On birthdays, the heroes of the occasion often experience emotional depression. Some people complain about their approaching old age, some feel tired from the past year (there is a scientific explanation - people become energetically vulnerable on their birthday), others’ plans for the holiday did not come true. A gifted product can become an additional element to a bad mood.
• Should not be given to the elderly or sick. They may regard the gift as a symbol that time is passing, but little is measured for them.

You cannot give a watch to everyone who believes in omens. Therefore, if you come up with the idea of ​​making such a gift to someone you don’t know well - a boss, a teacher, someone you like - it’s better to refuse it.

You should not give the product to your girlfriend. In this case, the guy is pleased with an expensive model if he does not believe in omens. Speaking of girls, giving them a watch is a terrible omen, leading to separation. It is noteworthy that girls can regard the gift as a hint of a desire to break up. Sometimes a scandal cannot be avoided.

They give the mechanism to a respectable man who has a high status, is used to dressing stylishly, and pays a lot of attention to the choice of men's accessories - a tie, cufflinks, a lighter, a cigarette case. A gift with a clock mechanism will come in handy if the girl gets the style right.

Having decided why you can’t give a watch to your girlfriend and other people, if you have a strong desire, the question arises of how to avoid troubles. There are several tips that can be used as a “bypass” of signs:

• If the recipient is upset at the sight of the gift, the giver is recommended to pretend that he did not know about the omen. In the absence of positive dynamics in the situation, it is necessary to stipulate the fact that these are just superstitions. You are allowed to argue with the recipient that nothing bad will happen - this is more interesting.
• When it comes to questions about how to give a watch as a gift, bypassing omens, the surefire way to avoid troubles is highlighted. To do this, the recipient gives the donor a couple of coins - a purely symbolic amount, which acts as a payoff to evil spirits.
• Considering the fact that hands are a threat, it is recommended to give an electronic watch as a gift. In the same way, electronic household models are given as gifts - wall-mounted, table-top.

The clock mechanism can be different, so superstitious people or when giving a gift to a superstitious person should pay attention to the numerous varieties and models.

Sharp arrows are classified as objects that can cause cuts and pricks.

Watches are considered undesirable gifts, as are forks and knives, that is, objects that can be cut or pricked. From the point of view of Western nations, sharp clock hands fell precisely into the category of such gifts. It was believed that along with the gift, at the moment of giving, an evil spirit became attached to the recipient. In addition, it is believed that sharp arrows are capable of “cutting through the warm feelings” that previously existed between people.

To give or not?

"To be or not to be?" - that is the question. This is the whole essence of humanity, the eternal search, constant torment and the need for choice. The situation becomes simpler if a person is free from superstitions. Then, in order to give a watch to your loved one, you need to find out his attitude to popular beliefs and rumors. If he, like you, does not pay attention to signs, then there is no problem. All you have to do is choose a chronometer worthy of your young man. Otherwise, either leave this idea, or recommend that he buy a watch himself, and give him another present for his birthday.

This elegant set, consisting of a corkscrew and a vacuum pump that extracts excess oxygen from the bottle, is an excellent gift idea for a woman fascinated by the world of wine. A convenient and neat knife will fit into every lady's wallet, and the pump will keep the precious aromas of the wine in the bottle longer.

Signs why you should not give a watch

Reading books is one of the best ways to spend your free time and a great gift idea. If we know at least the person we want to give, then we will find very interesting reading for him. Even if we don't know what to buy, we can trust an accountant or choose one of the bestsellers. What to see this year? We can recommend: The Girl on the Train, Style Stylist or Yakubov's books.

There is another way out of this situation. The same popular belief that prohibits the gift of a watch states that if you sell it for a nominal fee, then it is not considered a gift, which means the omen will not work. A few kopecks or an iron ruble will do as payment. The fate of the donor whose chosen one is a watch collector is completely easier. Such a person will probably be happy to receive a watch, especially if he doesn’t have one in his collection. A gift with a memorable personalized engraving will be priceless.