7 superstitions about romance from around the world that could change your love life (Getty Images)
Did
you know it's bad luck to buy a Russian lover an even number of roses?
Oh, and if you dream of fish, your best friend is probably pregnant —
she just doesn't know it yet. Love is a mind game — and if you're
finding the world of dating tough, especially on Valentine's Day when
all of your friends will be heading out for 'date night' — perhaps
you're just not following the right rituals on your quest. A quirky
gifts website has shared nine of the most bizarre superstitions from
around the world, which may just help you conquer romance in 2016.
NEVER give a Russian lover two roses
Or 200 for that matter. If you're dating a Russian, make sure you only ever give flowers in odd numbers — or they may just dump you on the spot. In Russia, it's a tradition to hand out even roses at funerals — and the last thing you want to associate your lover with is death.
Better get shaving
In China, having a beard or a moustache is considered bad luck, bringing misfortune upon the family and friends of the one who sports the style.
I think we may have a mole...
If your partner has a mole or beauty mark somewhere near their mouth, Koreans might tell you to steer clear as it suggests they'll make unfaithful partners.
Dreamt of fish?
You could have a superpower There's a superstition in Africa that if you dream of fish, you or someone close to you is pregnant.
How to get pregnant... revealed
If you want to increase your chances of getting pregnant, local folklore in Gambia suggest bathing in the enticingly named 'Kachikally Crocodile Pool' filled with crocodiles and fertility inducing magic.
Ditch THAT party trick
Can your tongue reach your elbow? According to American tradition, if you're able to kiss/lick your elbow, and have tried and tested it, you've crushed any chances of ever finding the man of your dreams.
Cry your heart out
A Chinese custom says that the bride-to-be should start crying between 15-30 days before her big day. The greater the tears shed, the happier her marriage will be.
NEVER give a Russian lover two roses
Or 200 for that matter. If you're dating a Russian, make sure you only ever give flowers in odd numbers — or they may just dump you on the spot. In Russia, it's a tradition to hand out even roses at funerals — and the last thing you want to associate your lover with is death.
Better get shaving
In China, having a beard or a moustache is considered bad luck, bringing misfortune upon the family and friends of the one who sports the style.
I think we may have a mole...
If your partner has a mole or beauty mark somewhere near their mouth, Koreans might tell you to steer clear as it suggests they'll make unfaithful partners.
Dreamt of fish?
You could have a superpower There's a superstition in Africa that if you dream of fish, you or someone close to you is pregnant.
How to get pregnant... revealed
If you want to increase your chances of getting pregnant, local folklore in Gambia suggest bathing in the enticingly named 'Kachikally Crocodile Pool' filled with crocodiles and fertility inducing magic.
Ditch THAT party trick
Can your tongue reach your elbow? According to American tradition, if you're able to kiss/lick your elbow, and have tried and tested it, you've crushed any chances of ever finding the man of your dreams.
Cry your heart out
A Chinese custom says that the bride-to-be should start crying between 15-30 days before her big day. The greater the tears shed, the happier her marriage will be.
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