20 Cultural Do’s and Taboos: Manners Around the Word
Having culturally-appropriate manners can make all the difference!
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A Guide to Social Graces
Around the world, different cultures have different ideas about how to act in public. Here are 20 things to know to avoid embarrassing “Oh, I see” moments.
In China and Japan, gesture “come here,” with all of your fingers pointing down. Beckoning someone with a bent finger is considered impolite.
In Vietnam, point with your whole hand, not just one finger.
In South Korea, stay quiet on public transportation. Noisiness is considered very rude.
In India, you are expected to refuse your host’s first offer of a drink or snack. You will be asked again!
In Germany, use utensils, not your fingers, to eat—even with foods like pizza and fries. The one exception is bread. It can be eaten with your fingers.
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