中国人为什么偏爱数字8?

Chinese people love the number eight.
中国人呀,特别喜欢数字8。

Eight sounds like the word for wealth.
因为8的读音,像“发财”的发。

Everyone wants a little good luck.
谁都想沾点,发财的好运气。

Phone numbers with eight are popular.
所以带8的手机号,特别抢手。

Some people pay a lot for them.
有的人为了它,愿意多花钱。

Even car numbers love the eight.
连车牌里,也爱挑个8。

At least it brings a happy feeling.
至少呀,图个开心吉利。