What are the functions and functions of etiquette?

Generally speaking, the function of etiquette is a means to express the relationship of different status between people and to adjust and deal with the relationship between people. The function of etiquette is shown in the following aspects:

1. Respect function

The function of respect is to show respect and respect to each other, and at the same time, the other party returns the gift. Polite and polite communication behavior includes mutual respect.

2. The role of constraints

Etiquette, as a code of conduct, has a strong constraint on people's social behavior. Etiquette, once formulated and implemented, has become a social custom and social code of conduct over time. Anyone who lives in a certain etiquette, customs and normative environment is consciously or unconsciously bound by etiquette. People who consciously accept etiquette are the signs of "mature people". People who don't accept etiquette will be bound by morality and public opinion, and even forced by legal means.

3. The function of education

Etiquette has an educational function, which is mainly manifested in two aspects: on the one hand, it respects and restricts etiquette. Etiquette, as a moral custom, has a edifying effect on everyone in the whole society. On the other hand, the formation, perfection and solidification of etiquette will become an important part of the traditional culture of a certain society, which will be passed from the older generation to the new generation, generation after generation and generation after generation with the help of the power of "tradition". In social progress, the educational function of etiquette is of great significance.

4. The function of adjustment

Etiquette has the function of regulating interpersonal relationships. On the one hand, etiquette, as a norm, a procedure and a cultural tradition, plays a role in regulating, restraining and adjusting the relationship model between people in time; On the other hand, some etiquette forms and activities can resolve contradictions and establish a new relationship model. It can be seen that etiquette plays an important role in dealing with interpersonal relationships and developing healthy and good interpersonal relationships.