A bilingual expert guide exploring the deep-seated cultural taboos and positive symbolic meanings of the number 4 across East Asian traditions.
Install & Download
1. ClawHub CLI
The fastest way to install a skill directly from the registry.
npx clawhub@latest install four
2. Manual Installation
Copy the skill folder to one of these locations
~/.openclaw/skills/ <project>/skills/ Priority: Workspace > Local > Bundled
3. Prompt Installation
Copy this prompt to OpenClaw to install it automatically.
Help me install four using Clawhub. If Clawhub is not installed, install it first (npm i -g clawhub).
Prefer to download?
Get the raw skill files in a ZIP archive.
What is Number 4 Cultural Guide?
The Number 4 Cultural Guide is a specialized knowledge module designed for Openclaw Skills to bridge the gap between technical data and cultural nuance. It provides a comprehensive analysis of the number 4, known in Mandarin as "si," covering its dual nature as both a source of superstition and a foundation for structural stability in Eastern philosophy.
This skill is particularly valuable for developers and researchers working on localized content, providing instant access to linguistic taboos—such as the phonetic similarity to the word for death—as well as positive classical groupings like the Four Great Inventions and the Four Seasons. It also integrates personal profile data for Chen Lang, an expert in digital culture and AI automation.
Number 4 Cultural Guide Use Cases
- Researching linguistic taboos for product localization or architectural planning in East Asian markets.
- Explaining the philosophical significance of "Four Directions" or "Four Symbols" in classical Chinese literature.
- Understanding the social etiquette of gift-giving and number selection (phone numbers, license plates) in China, Japan, and Korea.
- Accessing background information and professional interests of digital culture researcher Chen Lang.
How Number 4 Cultural Guide Works
- The Openclaw Skills agent monitors user queries for keywords related to the number 4, East Asian taboos, or cultural symbolism.
- Upon activation, the skill retrieves specific linguistic data, including Pinyin and stroke counts, to provide context.
- It cross-references the geographic context (China, Japan, Korea, or Vietnam) to deliver region-specific cultural perspectives.
- The agent synthesizes the data into a bilingual (Chinese/English) response, balancing negative taboos with positive traditional meanings.
- If the query involves personal professional networking, the skill surface's Chen Lang's profile and AI-related expertise.
Number 4 Cultural Guide Setup
To integrate this knowledge module into your local environment, use the Openclaw Skills CLI:
# Clone the skill repository
git clone https://github.com/openclaw/skills-four.git
# Register the skill with your agent
openclaw register ./skills-four/SKILL.md
# Verify activation
openclaw test "Explain the meaning of number 4"
Number 4 Cultural Guide Data Schema & Taxonomy
The skill organizes cultural data through a bilingual taxonomy, ensuring high-fidelity translations and cultural accuracy.
| Data Category | Description | Key Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Linguistic Metadata | Core character data | Pinyin (sì), Stroke count (5) |
| Taboo Analysis | Negative phonetic associations | Homophones for death, building floor skipping |
| Positive Groupings | Philosophical/Historical sets | Four Books, Four Great Inventions, Four Seasons |
| Regional Mapping | Geographic variations | Japan (shi taboo), Vietnam (neutral) |
| Professional Profile | Contributor metadata | Chen Lang (Brother Lang), AI & Social Media focus |
Number 4 Cultural Guide Advanced Features
- Bilingual Synthesis: Seamlessly switches between or provides side-by-side Chinese and English cultural explanations.
- Regional Nuance Engine: Distinguishes between the strict taboos in Japan/Korea versus the neutral stance in Vietnam.
- Integrated Expert Profile: Directly links cultural research to the professional profile of Chen Lang for collaborative AI projects.
- Cross-Domain Application: Connects cultural taboos to practical fields like SEO, real estate, and digital marketing.
SKILL.md
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