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What Numbers Are Bad Luck?

Published in Superstitions & Numbers 1 min read

Certain numbers are considered unlucky in various cultures due to superstitions and historical associations. Here's a look at some of them:

Numbers Considered Unlucky

Number Reason for Bad Luck Association
4 In Chinese, Japanese, and Korean languages, the pronunciation of the number 4 sounds similar to the word for "death," leading to tetraphobia, the fear of the number 4.
9 (Reason not specified in provided context)
13 (Reason not specified in provided context)
17 (Reason not specified in provided context)
39 (Reason not specified in provided context)
43 (Reason not specified in provided context)
666 (Reason not specified in provided context)

It's important to note that the perception of numbers as lucky or unlucky is highly dependent on cultural context and personal beliefs.

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