The number eight in Chinese characters — the luckiest tile.
Ba is the luckiest number in Chinese culture. Businesses pay premium for phone numbers with many 8s.
Character Suit
Match with an identical tile. Both tiles must be free (no tile on top, at least one open side).
4 identical tiles per standard set
The luckiest Character tile. Its shape resembles two connected circles — learn it well.
Explore all tiles in the Mahjong Tile Guide to learn matching strategies for every suit.