Friday, April 8, 2016

10 Examples of Confusing Etiquette in Other Countries-- Part 1: Sticking Out Your Tongue

From the Feb. 3, 2015, Listverse by J.D.Louie.

10--  SPITTING--  Members of the Maasai tribe in Africa spit on each other the way we shake hands.

9.  SLURPING--  In some Asian countries it is seen as high praise for a meal.

8.  STICKING OUT YOUR TONGUE--  A New Caledonia it is a wish for wisdom and energy.  With the Maoris in New Zealand it is a show of disrespect.

7.  FLOWERS--  A bouquet of white flowers in China means "Drop Dead."

6.   CLEANING YOUR PLATE--  In some places, the hostess will automatically put more food on it.

Don't Give Me No Flowers.  --DaCoot

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