American customs and taboos What are American customs and taboos?

1.80% of Americans are descendants of European immigrants, and there are about 1 10,000 people in China. 50% of the residents believe in Christianity and Catholicism, while others believe in Judaism and Orthodox Church.

Americans are usually cheerful, sociable and informal. You don't have to shake hands when you meet for the first time Sometimes it is polite to just smile and say "hi" or "hello". When shaking hands, you are used to holding hands tightly. You should look each other in the eye and bow slightly, which is considered as polite behavior. Generally speaking, Americans like to shake hands with women. When we say goodbye, we just wave or say goodbye or see you tomorrow. But if others salute them, they will also use the corresponding etiquette, such as shaking hands, nodding, hugging and staring. In America, if guests visit at night, it is considered impolite for the host to receive them in pajamas. When invited to an old friend's house, prepare a small gift; When you are a guest at a friend's house, you should ask the host for permission to make a long-distance call, and leave the phone bill when you leave.

3. In the United States, if you want to visit, you must make an appointment by phone first; Business cards are generally not given to others, only when both parties want to keep in touch; If you want to smoke in front of Americans, you must ask them if they mind and can't do whatever they want.

4, generally willing to entertain guests in their own homes, and not used to treat guests in restaurants. I don't like steamed and braised dishes. I don't like dishes that are too hot and overheated. I like to be less salty and avoid salty. Preferably slightly sweet. Like to drink Coca-Cola, beer, ice water, mineral water, whisky, brandy and so on. I don't like people putting food on plates, which is considered impolite. I like Jiangsu, Sichuan and Cantonese cuisine in China.

5. I love white and think white is a symbol of purity; Preference for yellow is considered as a symbol of harmony; I like blue and red. They are considered as symbols of good luck. They like white cats and think that white cats can bring good luck.

6. Americans hate looking at other places when shaking hands. Think this is a sign of arrogance and rudeness. It is forbidden to send perfume, clothes and cosmetics to women. American women have the habit of making up, and the service staff are not welcome to send fragrant towels to wipe their faces.

7. In America, never call a black man "Negro". It is better to use the word "black", which will be accepted by blacks. Because Negro mainly refers to black people who are sold from Africa to the United States as slaves. It's always like this when talking to white people, especially black people. Otherwise, the black man will feel his contempt.

8, taboo others stick out your tongue to him. Think this behavior is an insult. They hate bats and think it is a symbol of vampires and demons. The numbers "13" and "Friday" are taboo. It is forbidden to ask about personal income and property, and it is forbidden to ask about women's marriage, age and clothing price. Avoid black. People think that black is a symbol of solemnity and the color of funeral. Especially avoid giving cheap gifts with your company logo. For allegedly advertising.