What is considered a friendly gesture in one place may be offensive in another.
Here’s what you need to remember when you are traveling to other countries.
Thailand
Avoid touching the person’s head, as this is considered disrespectful gesture. The head is considered the most sacred place of the body.
France
No need to shake hands, where considered more appropriate kiss on the cheek. Especially tactless such a gesture would be the case if you greet a woman.
Gestures in different countries
Iran
The majority of us considers it a big thumbs-up, a positive gesture, but in Iran and some other Middle East countries this is considered as an obscene gesture and should be avoided.
New Zealand
Not worth it to honk in the car when you are in Australia, as this is considered offensive.
India
Please refrain from public displays of affection with the opposite sex and never give anything (money or gifts) with the left hand because the left hand is considered dirty and she is traditionally assigned the role of wiping after using the toilet.
Japan
Never leave a tip, as this is considered offensive. Take your shoes off before you go to someone’s house and worship, when speaking to someone. The bow is considered a sign of respect, and the angle of the bow depends on the situation, which is the person you greet and circumstances.
Mexico
Here is considered rude, if you say “salud” (“bless you”) after someone sneezed.
The value of gestures in different countries
Turkey and Greece
Do not use the gesture “OK” in these countries, as it hints at the homosexuality of the person.
Italy
Not pochesyvaya under the chin, because this way you are referring the person so he got rid.
USA
Don’t forget to leave a tip regardless of service quality, otherwise don’t be surprised if the waiter will run after you and demand explanations.
Germany
When you come to someone’s house always bring a gift and do not even think of being late. When you bring flowers, do not give red roses as they symbolize love, carnations as they symbolize mourning, lilies or, as they usually bring to the funeral.
Chile
Please only name if you are invited to visit, and you should never eat with your hands.
Ghana
Not worth to be photographed in the rural areas of Ghana, as it is believed that in this way you steal a man’s soul.
Nigeria
Do not use your left hand, as it is considered dirty.
Customs of other countries
China
Do not give gifts of four and wrap them in white, blue or black paper, which are considered unlucky. The presents need to give and receive with both hands and never immediately fail to open.
Brazil
The gesture of “goat” here means a hint at the infidelity of his wife.
Singapore
Do not chew gum and do not plebisite on the street, if you don’t want to get a disapproving look.
Hungary
No need to clink glasses for health in Hungary, as this is considered bad form and insulting.
UK
Not to beckon the bartender, asking for two Beers, raising his index and middle finger to his palm. It’s like that show the finger, and you will probably be shown the door.
Netherlands
Do not beat around the Bush to say something, as the Dutch are very straightforward.
