The characteristics of etiquette include commonality and tradition.

Etiquette has the characteristics of tradition, identity, difference, self-discipline and hierarchy.

Etiquette is an integral part of a national traditional culture. In China, modern etiquette is based on traditional culture, constantly absorbing the excellent culture of other nationalities, and gradually developing and perfecting in the long-term social life practice. Etiquette is formed on the basis of human common life, and it is a code of conduct that unifies all members of society to regulate mutual relations. With the changes of social production, living environment and lifestyle, etiquette is constantly enriched and improved, and gradually becomes a common code of conduct for all social strata.