Etiquette of first meeting between countries

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The etiquette for countries to meet for the first time Asia is the abbreviation of Asia, which is located in the northeast of the old hemisphere and the largest continent in the world. There are three major races: Asians, Aryans and Malays. Asia is the birthplace of Buddhism, Islam and Christianity. Most countries believe in Buddhism and a few countries believe in Islam. Because Asia has a long history and complicated etiquette.

1. Japanese etiquette

Most Japanese believe in Shinto (Japan's inherent religion) and Buddhism. Buddhists abide by the religious rule of "no food in the afternoon". Japanese speeches are divided into two languages: honorific and simplified. When using them, either use honorific forms or simplified Chinese characters, and the two cannot be confused. But use honorifics when talking to guests, elders and bosses, otherwise it will be considered as disrespect for each other.

When they meet, Japan generally exchange greetings, take off their hats and bow, and bow their heads slightly to show sincerity and kindness. When we meet for the first time, we bow to each other, exchange business cards, and generally do not shake hands. When saluting, put your hands flat on your knees and say hello. Introduce yourself without a business card, including name, work unit and position. If you are an old friend or a familiar person, take the initiative to shake hands or even hug. If you meet a female guest, the woman can reach out and shake hands, but don't shake hands hard or for too long. The same is true when you meet an elderly person. Japanese people attach great importance to etiquette and bow countless times a day, especially women, who are gentle and considerate, extremely obedient to women's virtue and respect men. The most common Japanese are "Good morning", "Hello", "Goodbye", "Please have a rest", "Good night", "Sorry", "Please", "Please take care of me" and "Sorry".

In Japan. "Sir" is not a casual name. In a narrow sense, it refers to educators (professors, lecturers, teachers, masters) and doctors; In a broad sense, it is a title of respect for the elderly, national and local leaders, and people with special technical talents. Even if you are called "sir", show that you are guilty of it, otherwise you will feel arrogant. For ordinary people, it is generally not called "Mr", as long as you add a title or "Sama" or "Sang" after the name, which is equivalent to what we usually call "Xiao Zhang" or "Lao Wang". Japanese people pay attention to the use of chopsticks when eating. Room service, it is forbidden to insert chopsticks vertically into rice when preparing meals for guests, because rice inserted vertically with chopsticks is used to sacrifice the dead in Japan.

Japanese people avoid green and think green is an ominous color; Also taboo lotus patterns; And think that plum blossom is an ominous flower; Avoid the word "9" when giving gifts.

2. Korean etiquette

Koreans also bow and bow to each other when they meet, showing respect and gratitude.

3. Etiquette in Southeast Asian countries such as Thailand and India

In Thailand, more than 90% people believe in Buddhism, in addition, a few people believe in Islam.

Thai name comes first, surname comes last, and a title is usually added before the name. "Nai" (meaning "sir") is often added to adult men, and the word "Nai" is a respectful title and also means male. For adult women, the word "Niang" (meaning "madam" and "madam") is often added before their names. Thais usually just call them by their first names. When addressing people orally, both men and women usually add the word "Kun" before their names to show kindness.

When Thai people meet, they usually put their hands together on their chests and bow their heads slightly to show their greetings. There are three kinds: when the younger generation sees the elders raise their hands higher, they usually raise them to their foreheads; When the peers meet, raise them to the height of the nose; The elder returned the gift to the younger generation to his chest. The higher your hand is raised, the deeper your respect will be. When others greet you with folded hands, you should also return them with folded hands, otherwise it is impolite. Of course, nowadays government officials and intellectuals sometimes shake hands to say hello, but men and women don't shake hands when they meet.

Thais believe that the head is the most sacred part of a person, and it is considered extremely rude to touch others' heads at will. Only kings, monks and parents can touch a child's head. Don't throw things at others while they are sitting. You must give something to others with your right hand; Hold out your hand in formal occasions. Using the left hand will be considered as contempt for others. When you have to use your left hand, you should say "Sorry, left hand". Young students pass things to their elders with both hands, and elders can take things with one hand. They think that their right hand is clean and their left hand is dirty. As for throwing things at others, it is even more forbidden. It is considered impolite to tilt your legs while sitting, and pointing at others with the sole of your foot is considered an insult, which means stepping on others. Women should sit with their legs together, otherwise they will be considered uncultured. When walking in front of others, you must bow down and apologize, especially for women. Dining according to seniority, the old man is on the table. Drinking and eating vegetables are all cooked by elders first.

India is a country with a large population and many ethnic groups, and its residents believe in Brahmanism (Hinduism), Islam,

Christianity, Sikhism, Buddhism, etc. Most Indians believe in Brahmanism and have a deep sense of hierarchy. Hindi is the national language and English is the official language. In addition, there are more than ten major languages such as Urdu, Telugu and Bengali.

Cows are sacred in India, and they are called "sacred cows", and milk is even more sacred. Cowhide shoes and leather covers are generally not used. In India, the first name comes first and the last name comes last. When a woman gets married, she takes her husband's surname. Men usually only call their surnames, not their first names; Women usually only use their names. The etiquette for Indians to meet is to put their hands together. Don't shake hands with women. Indians shake their heads to the left when they agree with each other in conversation, and nod when they disagree. Indians presented roses to distinguished guests. After exchanging greetings, the host and guests put garlands around their necks. The size of the wreath varies according to the identity of the guests. The wreath for distinguished guests is very thick and knee-long, while the wreath for ordinary guests only reaches the chest.

India is a multi-ethnic country and believes in various religions, so its customs are different. Hindus are most afraid of eating in the same plate. There are many vegetarians who don't eat milk. Generally speaking, the higher the level, the less meat, the lower the level and the less meat (mutton). Hindus generally eat with their right hands, take food or offer tea, and avoid using their left hands when handing things to others. Indians generally don't drink, like tea, and mostly drink milk tea. The way they drink tea is to put it on a plate and lick it with their tongues.

Most Chinese in Singapore believe in Buddhism; Most Malays and Pakistanis believe in Islam; Most Indians believe in Hinduism; Protestantism and Catholicism. In Singapore, the society is open, and people strictly abide by their own national etiquette and pay great attention to politeness. Etiquette is mainly to shake hands.

When Singaporeans come to China, they generally like Cantonese food, while intellectuals such as engineers and doctors like western food for breakfast. They like to eat fish chips, fish and shrimp, and people who don't believe in Buddhism also like to eat curry beef. As for staple food, I prefer rice and steamed bread to steamed bread. As for fruit, I like to eat peaches, lychees and raw pears. I hope I can have a little excitement this afternoon.

4. Etiquette in Pakistan, Arabia and other West Asian countries

Most people in Pakistan and other West Asian countries believe in Islam. Pork food is taboo and pigskin products are not used. The first thing they said when they met was "God bless" to show their blessing. Say good wishes when saying goodbye, such as "God bless you a safe journey" and "God bless your family reunion". Muslims worship five times a day, and Friday is no exception. Etiquette moves vary from place to place. For example, when some people in the Arab region meet, they usually put their left hand on their chest and their right hand on their foreheads to show their respect.

5. Etiquette of overseas Chinese in Southeast Asia and compatriots in Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan

Overseas Chinese believe in Buddhism, and they usually donate incense to religious resorts. Because of the national blood relationship, their manners are similar to those in China, and they usually shake hands, but don't shake hands with women too much. Polite expressions are similar to those in China. In Hong Kong, during the Spring Festival, people pay attention to greeting each other and like to say auspicious words like "Congratulations on your wealth" instead of "Happy New Year" or "Happy holidays". Because the words "happy" and "falling fast" spoken by Hong Kong people sound similar, people are particularly afraid of the word "falling" during Chinese New Year holidays, especially business people and the elderly. Over time, form a habit. In addition, in Hong Kong, "eight" is homophonic with "hair" and "four" is homophonic with "death", so people avoid using "four" as a symbol and don't use "four" when giving gifts to friends. When you have to say it, use "two pairs" or "two twos" instead. In addition, the names of overseas Chinese and compatriots in Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan are also different from those in China. Men are called "sir" and women are called "madam" or "miss".

African etiquette

Africa is the abbreviation of Africa, located in the southwest of the old hemisphere, and is the second continent in the world. Because Africa has been enslaved by imperialism and colonialism for a long time and its economy is backward, few people come to visit our country. Africans believe in Islam, Catholicism and Christianity, and their manners are complicated. Africans like to move freely, and they are more lax. Sometimes they are wild about waitresses and are not good at cleaning up their rooms.

In the reception, we should pay attention to which country the guest's country was originally a colony. For example, Tanzania used to be a British colony, so guests have British customs in addition to their own customs. Guests from Algeria, Mali and other countries have French style. In Africa, manners vary from place to place. For example, Egyptians believe in Islam and are more polite. The meeting etiquette of some black people in Central Africa is not to shake hands, but to hold each other's hands and shake them in front of themselves to show their greetings.

The etiquette of the first meeting between countries Europe and America Europe is the abbreviation of Europe, located in the northwest of the old hemisphere, and most of them are Europeans. The full name of the United States is America, and the American guests who come to our country now mainly refer to Americans and Canadians in North America. Most of their ancestors were European immigrants, and their manners and manners were similar to those of Europe, but they were more open, so they are introduced here. There are seven kinds of etiquette in European and American countries:

1. JuGongLi

Gongju ceremony is a etiquette between subordinates and superiors or peers. Take off your hat when saluting, and take it off with your right hand (if you take things with your right hand, you can use your left hand) holding the center of the front brim of your hat. After the right hand hangs down, the body is aligned. Stand at attention, keep your eyes on the subject, tilt your upper body forward about 15 degrees, and then return to its original state. Take off your hat with your hand in the opposite direction to salute, that is, salute the person on the left and take off your hat with your right hand; Salute the person on the right and take off your hat with your left hand.

nod (one's head)

Nodding is the courtesy of peers or peers, and you must also take off your hat. If you meet each other while walking on the road, you can give gifts while walking; If you meet an officer or elder on the road, you must stand at attention and bow, but an officer can nod or stretch out his right hand or touch the brim when walking.

Raise your hand and concentrate.

It is a military etiquette to raise your hand and pay attention to ceremony. When saluting, raise your right hand, keep your fingers straight and flush, touch the right side of the brim with your fingertips slightly outward, keep your upper arm shoulder height, and keep your eyes on each other. You can't let go of your hand until the other party replies, and you should salute the officer or elder as usual every time you meet.

shake?hands;?handshake?(n.)

Handshaking ceremony is the most common etiquette in Europe and America, which is found in many countries in the world. When saluting, stand about one step away from each other, lean forward slightly, extend your right hand, align your four fingers, and extend your thumbs to the recipient respectively. In hotel room service, it should be noted that guests can only hold their hands by reaching out first, and it is forbidden to shake hands with others with one foot inside and one foot outside, especially when four people cross hands. Women who meet for the first time generally don't shake hands, but bow and bow. The tighter you shake hands with men, the deeper your friendship, and the lighter you shake hands with women.

Kiss your hand

Kissing hands is a popular etiquette in the upper class in Europe and America. When you meet a noble woman or lady in the upper class, if the woman reaches out and droops first, she will gently lift her fingertips and kiss. But if the woman doesn't reach out, she won't kiss. When kissing hands, if the woman is in a higher position, she should bend one knee and do a half-kneeling posture before shaking hands and kissing. This kind of etiquette is the most important thing in British and French society.

Kissing ceremony

Kissing ceremony is a kind of etiquette to show intimacy and caress between superiors and subordinates, elders and juniors, friends and lovers. It is usually a gentle kiss on the recipient's face or forehead. When you are happy, happy or sad, you usually kiss to express your love and sympathy.

7. Hugging ceremony

Hugging ceremony is a kind of etiquette to express intimate feelings between acquaintances and friends in Europe and America. When they meet or say goodbye, they hug each other to show intimacy. Hugging ceremony is usually carried out at the same time as kissing ceremony.

Matters needing attention when countries meet for the first time to give gifts Germany: Pay attention to packaging when giving gifts.

When giving gifts in Germany, we should pay special attention to whether the gifts are appropriate and whether the packaging is exquisite. Roses are specially given to lovers, so you must not give them casually. Germans like to be invited for an outing, but the host needs to make careful and thoughtful arrangements before departure.

Arab countries: No gifts for the first time.

Arabs don't give gifts when they meet for the first time, otherwise it will be regarded as bribery. According to Arab custom, secondhand goods and wine can't be given away; Especially not to give gifts to the wives of acquaintances who have business contacts. Not to mention asking about their families. When visiting an Arab home, you must never stare at something, so that the Arab host will definitely let you take it, or you will be despised in your heart.

France: No flowers.

In France, gifts are usually given at reunions. The choice of gifts should show a compliment to the wisdom of the French host. When invited to a French family for dinner, you should send some flowers that are not tied.

Latin America: No handkerchiefs, knives and scissors.

Now in Latin America, you can't give knives and scissors, otherwise it will be considered as the end of friendship. Handkerchiefs can't be used as gifts because they are associated with tears. Latin Americans like small household products made in America, such as kitchen utensils. In Latin American countries, goods with high tax are very popular, so it is best not to send luxury goods.

Japan: Gifts must be given, not necessarily useful.

Japanese people pay attention to etiquette and have the custom of giving gifts. But generally speaking, the recipient can send something that is useless to him, and the recipient can transfer it again. Japanese people like China's silk, famous wine and traditional Chinese medicine, and also like some famous brands, but there are foxes and badgers in the East.

The west is more disgusted, because the fox is a symbol of greed and the badger represents cunning. When you visit an ordinary family, you can only send 15 petals of chrysanthemums, and the royal badge has 16 petals of chrysanthemums.

England: I hate gifts with company logo.

The British pay attention to appearance. Generally, things that are not expensive for giving gifts, such as high-grade chocolate, famous wine and flowers, are also the favorite things for British people to receive gifts. The appropriate time to give gifts should be after dinner or after watching a play. Gifts marked with the company logo are generally not appreciated by the British. If the company gives gifts, it is best to send them in the name of the boss and the private person.

USA: Gift, open in person.

Generally speaking, Americans don't give gifts casually. Some people often seem a little embarrassed when they receive gifts. This is especially true if they happen to have nothing in return. But on holidays, birthdays, weddings or visiting patients, gifts are inevitable.

Americans like to give gifts to each other at Christmas. At Christmas, naive children will be in high spirits because they receive all kinds of novel toys, thinking that they are gifts from Santa Claus. Adults often give each other books, stationery, chocolate candy or bonsai. Gifts should be wrapped in floral paper and tied with ribbons. According to American tradition, there is another one a few days before Christmas. White Christmas? At that time, people would wrap gifts in white paper and give them to the poor nearby.

Besides, Americans think the singular is auspicious. Sometimes I don't feel humble if I only send three pears, which is different from China people who pay attention to pairs. When Americans receive gifts, they must immediately open them, enjoy or taste them in front of the giver, and immediately thank the giver. Gift packaging is more exquisite, the appearance is exquisite and gorgeous, but it is not necessarily too expensive inside. Sometimes, when the delicate package with three layers inside and three layers outside is opened, only a few chocolates are exposed.

Russia: Never send money.

Russians are very particular about giving and receiving gifts. Russians taboo others to send money, and think that sending money is an insult to personality. But they love foreign goods very much. Foreign candy, cigarettes, wine and clothes are all good gifts. If you send flowers, send a single one, not a double one. In their view, even numbers are unlucky.

Holland: Food, send less.

In the Netherlands, most people are used to eating cold food, avoiding sending meals when giving gifts, and wrapping gifts with paper products. Don't be too attentive to the hostess when visiting Dutch families. When men and women go upstairs, their behavior is just the opposite of that in most countries: men are in the front and women are in the back.