What are the common sense etiquette and regulations to pay attention to in Singapore?

There are seven kinds of common sense etiquette to pay attention to in Singapore, and the regulations are the ten kinds of Singaporean customs and taboos,****.

General knowledge of etiquette

Dress etiquette

Singaporeans of different nationalities have their own characteristics in dress. Malay men wear a rimless cap called "songkok", a collarless garment with wide sleeves and an ankle-length sarong; women wear a wide robe and sarong. Chinese women love to wear cheongsams. Government departments are more strict about the dress code of their employees, who are not allowed to wear strange clothes during working hours.

Etiquette

Singaporeans are civilized and show respect for others everywhere. When they sit, they are upright and disciplined, they do not spread their feet apart, and if they cross their feet, they simply fold the knee of one leg directly over the knee of the other. They stand with a proper posture without putting their hands on their hips, for that is a sign of anger.

Meeting etiquette

Singaporeans generally give the handshake salute when meeting guests in a social setting. Men and women may shake hands, but it is more appropriate for men to wait for the woman to extend her hand before shaking hands. The Malays, on the other hand, touch each other with both hands before withdrawing them to their chests.

Dining etiquette

Singaporeans eat rice as their staple food, and sometimes also eat buns, but do not like steamed bread. Malay people generally use their hands to grab food at meals, they have the habit of washing their hands before eating, and must use their right hand when eating. Drinking tea is a common hobby of the local people, when guests come, they are often entertained with tea, and the Chinese like to drink Yuanbao tea, which means good fortune.

Happiness and Funeral Etiquette

In the eyes of Singaporeans, the marriage of a man and a woman is a major event, and both Chinese and Malays attach great importance to it. A Malay marriage goes through the process of courting, sending engagement gifts and entering into a marriage contract. The Chinese in Singapore emphasize filial piety. If an elderly person is about to die, his or her children or grandchildren must go home and stay in front of the bed. Funeral ceremonies are usually very solemn.

Travel etiquette

Singapore's public **** transportation business is more developed, it is very convenient to take the bus during the tour, and each station is marked with an obvious symbol. Singapore is a multi-ethnic country, the distribution of stores also has ethnic characteristics. For example, there is a "Malay Market" in the eastern part of the country, which mainly sells Malay clothing and food. The Singaporean government strongly discourages tipping, and even if you tip a waiter for extra service, he or she may refuse to accept it.

Business etiquette

The best months to do business in Singapore are March through October to avoid Christmas and Chinese New Year. Most local business people speak English, and when you meet, you should exchange business cards, which can be printed in English. Don't smoke during the meeting if possible. Singaporeans do not like to spend money and waste money, and should not be too ostentatious in entertaining each other, especially in business activities. Thank-you banquets should not exceed the level of the host's banquet, so as to avoid the other party having other ideas.

Singapore customs taboos

Handshakes and pleasantries

Because of the long-term British influence, Singapore has been westernized, people meet and break up to shake hands. For the first time, do not rush to visit your host, but make an appointment in advance. When you are introduced, you should usually address people as "Mr.", "Mrs.", "Miss", which applies to all nationalities in Singapore. If you are attending a social gathering, you will be introduced to everyone, but quickly and without shaking hands as you pass them.

Tips on smoking

Smoking is highly frowned upon in Singapore. Smoking is strictly prohibited by law and fines are imposed in elevators, on public ****transportation, in cinemas, and especially in government office buildings. The law prohibits smoking in elevators, public transportation, theaters, and especially in government buildings, and fines are levied.

Clothing

Singapore's climate, influenced by the ocean and latitude, is characterized by high temperatures and high humidity, so lightweight clothing is best in summer. People generally wear casual clothes at work, and after work they can wear T-shirts and chinos, and only at formal banquets must wear suits and ties, and women must wear evening dresses, which also makes the host family feel respected.

Hospitality

Hospitality is usually in the form of dinner or lunch. Locals do not usually invite first-time guests to dinner, but once the host gets to know the visitor, he or she can hold a formal dinner party and discuss business during the meal. Similarly, visitors should not rush into invitations; frequent meetings will bring the two parties closer together, and it is never too late to invite each other to dinner. When dining with Indians or Malays, be careful not to use your left hand.

Gifting

No matter where you go, there is no need to carry gifts, and it is not customary to give gifts among businessmen in Singapore. Sometimes a Singaporean host will invite a foreigner to his home for dinner, and the hostess will be pleased if the guest brings a gift (a box of chocolates or a bouquet of flowers). Singaporeans consider it impolite to open a gift in front of the giver, so don't be offended if you see the gift still in its original packaging on the side when you say goodbye.

Conversation taboos

In social conversations, do not discuss political gains and losses, racial friction, religious rights and wrongs, and spousal situations, but you can exchange travel experience, you can also talk about the country visited a variety of insights. Good topics of conversation are local foods, restaurants, popular tourist areas, and the business achievements of the host party.

People who openly display a sense of humor are few and far between in Singapore, and not all jokes are appreciated, so it's best to keep jokes to a minimum until you get to know people well.

Singaporeans strictly avoid saying "congratulations on your wealth", which they interpret as "ill-gotten gains" or "being rich and unkind".

In Singapore, it is strictly forbidden to say "congratulations on your wealth", which they interpret as "ill-gotten gains" or "unkindness to the rich".

Demeanor Taboos

Pointing your index finger at someone, hitting your other open palm with a clenched fist, or clenching your fist and inserting your thumb between your index and middle fingers are considered extremely rude gestures. Don't just cross your arms, as that is a sign of anger.

Numerical taboos

Singaporeans consider 4, 6, 7, 13, 37 and 69 to be negative numbers, and hate the number 7, which they usually try to avoid.

Color Taboo

Singaporeans regard black as the color of bad luck and misfortune, and purple is also not popular. They favor red, which they see as a symbol of solemnity, warmth, excitement, thrill, bravery and magnanimity. They also welcome blue and green.

Graphic taboos

Singapore prohibits the use of the image of Rudraksha Buddha on the packaging of goods, as well as the use of religious terms. Patterns of pigs and turtles are taboo.