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WHEN IN ROME, DO AS THE ROMANS DO: U.K
The English are said to be reserved in manners, dress and speech. They are famous for our politeness, self-discipline and especially for our sense of humour.Basic politeness (please, thank you, excuse me) is expected.
GREETINGS IN BRITAIN
The Handshake
A handshake is the most common form of greeting among the English and British people and iscustomary when you are introduced to somebody new.
The Kiss
It is only when you meet friends, whom you haven't seen for a long time, that you would kiss the cheek of the opposite sex. In Britain one kissis generally enough.
Formal greetings
The usual formal greeting is a 'How do you do?' and a firm handshake, but with a lighter touch between men and women.
‘How do you do?’ is a greeting not aquestion and the correct response is to repeat ‘How do you do?' You say this when shaking hands with someone.
You can also say: Nice to meet you, delighted to meet you, pleased to meet you, glad to meetyou to which, the other person will answer back with the same.
Time
British people place considerable value on punctuality. If you agree to meet friends at three o'clock, you can bet that they'll bethere just after three. Since Britons are so time conscious, the pace of life may seem very rushed. In Britain, people make great effort to arrive on time. It is often considered impolite to arriveeven a few minutes late. If you are unable to keep an appointment, it is expected that you call the person you are meeting.
Invitations
“ Drop in anytime” and “come see me soon” are idioms often usedin social settings but seldom meant to be taken literally. It is wise to telephone before visiting someone at home. If you receive a written invitation to an event that says “RSVP”, you shouldrespond to let the person who sent the invitation know whether or not you plan to attend. Although it is not necessarily expected that you give a gift to your host, it is considered polite to do so,...
The English are said to be reserved in manners, dress and speech. They are famous for our politeness, self-discipline and especially for our sense of humour.Basic politeness (please, thank you, excuse me) is expected.
GREETINGS IN BRITAIN
The Handshake
A handshake is the most common form of greeting among the English and British people and iscustomary when you are introduced to somebody new.
The Kiss
It is only when you meet friends, whom you haven't seen for a long time, that you would kiss the cheek of the opposite sex. In Britain one kissis generally enough.
Formal greetings
The usual formal greeting is a 'How do you do?' and a firm handshake, but with a lighter touch between men and women.
‘How do you do?’ is a greeting not aquestion and the correct response is to repeat ‘How do you do?' You say this when shaking hands with someone.
You can also say: Nice to meet you, delighted to meet you, pleased to meet you, glad to meetyou to which, the other person will answer back with the same.
Time
British people place considerable value on punctuality. If you agree to meet friends at three o'clock, you can bet that they'll bethere just after three. Since Britons are so time conscious, the pace of life may seem very rushed. In Britain, people make great effort to arrive on time. It is often considered impolite to arriveeven a few minutes late. If you are unable to keep an appointment, it is expected that you call the person you are meeting.
Invitations
“ Drop in anytime” and “come see me soon” are idioms often usedin social settings but seldom meant to be taken literally. It is wise to telephone before visiting someone at home. If you receive a written invitation to an event that says “RSVP”, you shouldrespond to let the person who sent the invitation know whether or not you plan to attend. Although it is not necessarily expected that you give a gift to your host, it is considered polite to do so,...
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