Hi folks! Let's discuss сultural specifications of some countries, which are you intrested in.

At first, I want to tell you some interesting information about stereotypes...

Don't believe all of the stereotypes you may have heard about Americans. Even the ones that are true in general may not be true about specific individuals or a large segment of the population. For example, although Americans tend to be louder and more boisterous than people from other cultures (especially at athletic events), many of the people you meet will be quiet and polite. Some people may be intolerant and xenophobic, but most will be pleasant and welcoming. Remember that American films and television exaggerate in order to generate excitement, and so present a rather distorted picture of what life in the United States is really like. Likewise, tourists are not always on their best behavior.

Americans do tend to be more informal than people from other countries. It is common for Americans to wear casual clothing to school and to greet professors by first name. Nevertheless, good manners and politeness are always appropriate. If you are courteous and polite, and dress a little more formally than your American friends, it will only reflect well on you.

However, there are situations and environments in which formality is the norm. Some businesses require their employees to wear a uniform or a suit. It would be inappropriate to wear a T-shirt and blue jeans to a job interview. Some of the more prestigious restaurants require a coat and tie. Americans tend to dress up for cultural events (the opera, theater and ballet) and to dress down for athletic events. Formal wear is required at weddings and funerals, or any other event with religious overtones.

Rid yourself of any preconceived notions of American behavior before you arrive. If you rely on the stereotypes, you will likely put yourself into an awkward and embarrassing situation and offend your American acquaintances. Some of the more common stereotypes of American citizens include:

    Boastful and arrogant.
    Disrespectful of authority.
    Drunkard.
    Extravagant and wasteful.
    Generous.
    Ignorant of other countries and cultures.
    Informal.
    Insensitive.
    Lazy.
    Loud and obnoxious.
    Promiscuous.
    Racist.
    Rich and wealthy.
    Rude and immature.
    Snobbish.
    Stingy.
    Think they know everything.
    Thinks every country should imitate the US.
    Uninformed about politics.

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Guys! Can somebody tell my about chinese meeting etiquette, pease!!!=)

Here is some information about chinese meeting etiquette for you:

. Greetings are formal and the oldest person is always greeted first.

. Handshakes are the most common form of greeting with foreigners.

. Many Chinese will look towards the ground when greeting someone.

. Address the person by an honorific title and their surname. If they want to move to a first-name basis, they will advise you which name to use.

. The Chinese have a terrific sense of humour. They can laugh at themselves most readily if they have a comfortable relationship with the other person. Be ready to laugh at yourself given the proper circumstances.

I could I think))  Greetings are formal and the oldest person is always greeted first.Handshakes are the most common form of greeting with foreigners.Many Chinese will look towards the ground when greeting someone. Could someone add any new information??

How about Dining Etiquette in China? I want to find out about this county as much as possible. Because of the reason that I learn Chineese language) And all of you, mates

Hi! I'll never believe... did you know that the working week in Egypt is from Saturday to Wednesday))  let's go! BTW, don't forget that If you are invited into an Egyptian's house you would remove your shoes before entering and also leave a small amount of food on your plate when you have finished eating. Do you know something else?

Shikhalyov Artyom, Yeee))) Thanks man)

Could you tell me about dress etiquette, please!!!

about Egypt dress etiquette ))

Юрий Алекса, thanks) it's very usefull info for me)

Лина, I'm glad that i could help you)