"Setting a Clear Standard for Sebaetdon"... How Much is Ideal for New Year's Allowance and Sebaetdon?

300,000 Won for Parents, 50,000 Won for Nephews and Nieces Top the List
Emphasis on Heart and Actions Over Money

A survey revealed that 300,000 won is an appropriate amount for New Year's allowance for parents, and 50,000 won is suitable for nephews and nieces' Sebae money.

Carrot disclosed the results on the 24th after collecting data from the community 'Neighborhood Life' within its application over three days from the 20th to the 22nd of this month, regarding the 'appropriate amount of New Year's allowance.'

Post on the local community 'Neighborhood Life' within the Danggeun app
[Photo by Danggeun]

For parents or elders, 300,000 won (31%) was the most favored amount. This was followed by 500,000 won (22%) and 200,000 won (20%).

For nephews and nieces' Sebae money, 50,000 won (38%) ranked first. Next were 100,000 won (28%) and 30,000 won (14%). Differences appeared by school grade: from preschoolers to high school students, 50,000 won was preferred, while college students favored 100,000 won (58%).

Responses emphasizing the importance of the heart and actions for each other over the amount of money also stood out. Many posts stated, "It is important to give and receive allowance without burdening each other," "Unnecessary compliments should be avoided," and "Now, simplifying meetings and traveling during long holidays is better."

A Carrot representative said, "We are seeing active sharing of questions that are usually difficult to ask with neighbors in the community," and added, "We will continue to strive to enable more neighbors to enjoy conversations on various topics."