Etiquette and customs of foreigners

1. It is common sense for Europeans and Americans to dress appropriately for dinner. When going to a high-class restaurant, men should wear neat tops and leather shoes; women should wear suits and shoes with heels. If formal attire is specified, men must wear a tie.

2, Europe and the United States meet and greet is very natural, even if you do not know. The purpose of greeting is not to have further interaction with you, but just a form of life etiquette.

3, handshake is the most common etiquette in Europe and the United States, in many countries around the world are passable. And the first time you meet a woman usually do not shake hands, only bowing. The tighter the handshake with a man, the deeper the friendship, and the handshake with a woman must be lighter.

4, by the influence of medieval chivalry, the Western countries in social activities and social occasions are still practicing the principle of "ladies first", to give women a variety of privileges, to show respect for women. Anyone who does not abide by this rule is considered rude.

5, to the United Kingdom to engage in business activities to avoid July and August, this time more people in the business community vacation, in addition to Christmas, Easter is not suitable for business activities. In the UK, gifts should not be sent to avoid the suspicion of bribery.

6, Easter is a grand and grand religious festival in western countries. Dyed eggs are the symbol of Easter, and in ancient times, people gave each other dyed eggs to show their blessings to each other during the Spring Festival.

7, Mother's Day is the British and American countries in order to express respect for mothers and set up a holiday. On Mother's Day, children will give their mothers holiday cards, flowers and their favorite gifts.

8, embracing gift is the European and American countries, acquaintances, friends to express intimate feelings between a kind of etiquette. When they meet or say goodbye, they hug each other to show their closeness. Embracing is usually done at the same time as kissing.

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