What is the French etiquette for meeting people?

The French are cheerful and warm, and often greet strangers. A common greeting is Bonjour, and a common social gesture is to shake hands. Women can wear gloves when shaking hands, while men need to remove their gloves. Young girls often curtsy to older people, and men and women kiss each other on the cheek or face. Kissing each other on the cheek is also popular among men. Kissing is popular among the upper social classes.

In France, "ladies first", to the women's modesty and politeness is the men's golden rule, is taken as a standard behavior of whether or not the standard of education. Introducing people to each other, introducing the lady first, visiting or saying goodbye, first to the hostess to greet and say thank you.

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The main taboos of French etiquette:

1. Most French people love blue, white and red. The colors they avoid are mainly yellow and dark green. Chrysanthemums, peonies, roses, azaleas, daffodils, marigolds and paper flowers should not be given to the French at will.

2, with the British and Germans, the French taboo number is 13 and Friday.

3, in the interpersonal communication, France is very important to the gift, but also has its special attention. The French like to have artistic taste and commemorative items. Men do not give perfume, cosmetics and other gifts to the relationship between the general women. It is a sign of rudeness to accept a gift without opening its package in front of the giver.

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People's Daily Online--Foreign Etiquette and Customs--France (礼仪漫谈（180）)