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Etiquette and Daily Life: Small Habits That Help
How to greet, eat in groups, and move respectfully through neighborhoods and temples.
22 2026 · 4min read · Editorial team
On the table
Dishes are shared and placed in the center. It is customary for the host to serve others before serving themselves, and raising your glass slightly lower is a gesture of courtesy.
In temples and public spaces
In temples, avoid photographing people who are praying and respect marked areas. In markets and public transportation, patience and a smile go further than rushing.
Learning two Mandarin words—"hello" and "thank you"—can change the tone of many conversations.
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