Greeting gestures around the world. Learning to say hello correctly: the meaning of greeting words in the culture of different peoples
The most familiar gesture of greeting for us is a handshake. But even in this there are differences: in Russia, for example, it is supposed to greet the first man, and to extend a hand to the woman (if she deems it necessary), and in England - the reverse order. But in any case, He takes off the glove from the hand, and She doesn’t have to (but in this case, you shouldn’t realize the intention to kiss the lady’s hand instead of shaking hands).
In a Tajik family, the owner of the house, receiving a guest, shakes the hand extended to him with his two as a sign of respect.
In Saudi Arabia, on such occasions, after shaking hands, the head of the host puts his left hand on the guest's right shoulder and kisses him on both cheeks.
Iranians, shaking each other's hands, then press their own right hand to their hearts.
In the Congo, as a sign of greeting, people who meet stretch out both hands towards each other and at the same time blow on them.
Peculiar handshakes are common among the African Maasai: before giving a hand, they spit on it.
And the Kenyan Akamba don't bother to hold out their hands: they just spit at each other as a sign of greeting.
The widespread handshake, which initially demonstrated that there were no weapons in the hands of those who met, in the traditions different cultures there is an alternative.
For example, Hindus fold their hands in "anjali": they press their palms to each other in a position with their fingers up, so that their tips rise to the level of the eyebrows. Hugs at a meeting with them are allowed after a long separation and look special in men and women. The representatives of the stronger sex hug each other tightly, patting each other on the back; representatives of the beautiful - holding each other by the forearms, are applied once by cheeks - to the right and left.
The Japanese prefer bows to handshakes, which are the lower and longer they are performed, the more important the person to whom they are addressed.
Saikerei is the lowest, but there is also a medium one when inclined at an angle of 30 degrees and an easy one - only 15 degrees of declination.
Koreans also bowed at a meeting since ancient times.
The Chinese, who are also traditionally more comfortable with bows, nevertheless quite easily switch to greeting through handshakes, and when a group of inhabitants of the Celestial Empire meets a new face, they can applaud - this is supposed to be answered in the same way. And the primordial tradition here was shaking hands ... with oneself.
By the way, in Rus' it was also customary to bow, but during the period of building socialism, this was recognized as a relic of the past.
In the Middle East, a bow with a lowered head, with hands lowered and pressed to the body, when the palm of the right covers the left hand, is a sign of respectful greeting.
And how beautiful the greeting ritual is in some North African states! There they bring the right hand first to the forehead, then to the lips and after that to the chest. Translated from sign language, this means: I think about you, I talk about you, I respect you.
In Zambezi - clap your hands, crouching.
In Thailand, joined palms are applied to the head or chest, and the higher the status of the welcomed person, the higher. This gesture is accompanied by the exclamation "wai".
Tibetans generally do the unbelievable: they take pictures right hand a hat from the head, and the left one is laid behind the ear and at the same time sticks out the tongue. - This proves the absence of bad intentions from the greeting.
The natives of New Zealand also stick out their tongues and also bulge their eyes, but before that they clap their hands on their thighs, stomp their feet and bend their knees. Only “one’s own” can understand this, so the ritual is designed, first of all, to recognize a stranger.
Even more exotic (of course, only in our opinion) are the male Eskimos: they hit each other with their fists on the head and back. Not much, of course, but it is difficult for the uninitiated to understand... However, they can rub their noses, just like the inhabitants of Lapland.
Polynesians also greet each other “gentlely affectionately”: sniffing, rubbing their noses and stroking each other on the back.
In Caribbean Belize, the local population also preserves the originality of the welcoming tradition: there it is supposed to put clenched fists to the chest. Who would have thought that this is a gesture of peacefulness? Fists also participate in the greeting on Easter Island: they are pulled out in front of you at chest level, then raised above your head, unclenched and “thrown” your hands down.
A traditional greeting posture in a number of Native American tribes is squatting at the sight of a stranger. She shows the peacefulness of the greeter, and the counter must pay attention to this, otherwise the Indian will be doomed to a long sitting, because he needs to note for himself that he was understood. According to the laws of hospitality of the African Zulus, at the entrance to the house, you must immediately sit down, without waiting for any invitation and without saying hello - this will be done by the hosts, but only after the person who has entered has taken a sitting posture.
It is curious that in New Guinea this mimic movement is also used, but to greet foreigners. However, not in all tribes.
Thus, it is customary among koiri to greet each other with a tickling touch of the chins.
The Tuareg living in the Sahara greet no less than half an hour, starting to jump, gallop, bow and sometimes take very strange poses at a distance of a hundred meters from the oncoming one. It is believed that in the process of body movements they recognize the intentions of this oncoming person.
In Egypt and Yemen, the salutation gesture is reminiscent of saluting in Russian army, only the Egyptians, putting their palm to their forehead, turn it in the direction of the one they greet.
A Australian aborigines greet each other with a dance.
Akchurin Ansar, student 5 "A" class.
Each nation has its own customs to greet each other, but when meeting, people wish each other good and well-being, Have a good day or success in work. Gestures that seem to be understood all over the world can differ.
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Report on the topic: "How to say hello in different countries» Pupil: 5th grade “A” Akchurin A. Lecturer: Barsagova N.B.
Relevance: Every nation, every country is unique. The differences between them may be completely imperceptible, or they may immediately catch the eye. Somewhere the traditions of strangers are perceived with interest and understanding, somewhere - as eccentric behavior, and somewhere - with hostility. I wonder where the custom of greeting came from and how they greet each other in other countries. Purpose: To learn about the traditions of greeting strangers in different countries, in particular, in order not to get into unpleasant situation abroad and demonstrate their knowledge and respect for foreign cultures. Tasks: 1. Find out where the custom of greeting each other came from. 2. Find out what is the most common greeting gesture people use. 3. Make a List of Unusual Greetings different peoples. 4. Match greetings from different countries with national culture. 5. Tell travel lovers about the traditions of the peoples, expressing their respect when meeting a foreigner on his territory. Research methods: search and selection of information.
The origin of the custom of greeting. In the old days, it was customary to bow to each other, taking off your hat and sweeping the floor with feathers. The style of greeting, the number of steps and the waving of the hat, spoke of the nobility and position of the nobleman, even his ranks and privileges. The custom of greeting, taking off your hat, came to us from knightly times, when two knights, greeting each other, raised the visor of the helmet, or even took it off to reveal their faces. So they demonstrated sincerity and purity of intentions. November 21 is World Hello Day. This holiday was invented by two brothers - Michael and Brian McCormack from american state Nebraska in 1973 in full swing cold war, in protest against increased international tension. More than 140 countries of the world participate in this holiday-game. On this day, it is enough to say hello to ten people in a friendly way, you can even strangers. You can tell them: "Good afternoon" or "Hello", it depends on the age and mood.
The most common greeting gesture. One of the most common greeting gestures in the world is the handshake. But the handshake is different in different countries. In Europe, it should be strong, and in some other countries (for example, in the Philippines) it should be weak, just take the interlocutor's hand in yours. In the US, they usually shake hands only at business meetings or when meeting people. In Saudi Arabia, on such occasions, after shaking hands, the head of the host places his left hand on the right shoulder of the guest and kisses him on both cheeks. Peculiar handshakes are common among the African Maasai: before giving a hand, they spit on it.
Unusual greetings from different nations. India. Hindus fold their hands in "anjali": they press their palms to each other in a position with their fingers up, so that their tips rise to the level of the eyebrows. Hugs at a meeting with them are allowed after a long separation and look special in men and women. The representatives of the stronger sex hug each other tightly, patting each other on the back; representatives of the beautiful - holding each other by the forearms, are applied once by cheeks - on the right and left.
Unusual greetings from different nations. Spain. They kiss each other twice on the cheek. Moreover, when parting, approximately the same ritual occurs. At the same time, friends do not forget to kiss loudly so that they can be heard. But women in Spain often just shake hands and say "Hola". The Spaniards also have words of welcome, like any other nation. But the kiss is a tradition, and you can't get away from it.
Unusual greetings from different nations. China. The traditional Chinese greeting, which is called “kotou”, is a folding of hands and a bow common to many Asian countries. However, for women, this rite is called “wanfu” and is slightly different from koutou: the fairer sex must join their hands and hold them down along their body.
Unusual greetings from different nations. African Maasai. before giving a hand, they spit on it.
Unusual greetings from different nations. Maori in New Zealand. Going to New Zealand don't be surprised if you see people rubbing their noses. No, they are not crazy - this is just a traditional Maori greeting called "hongi".
Unusual greetings from different nations. Polynesia. Polynesians greet each other in different ways: sniffing, rubbing their noses and stroking each other on the back.
Unusual greetings from different nations. Thailand. The traditional greeting in Thailand is called "wai", in which hands clasped together are applied to the head or chest, with the position of the hands and the duration of the whole gesture determined social position welcomed: the more significant the status of the person, the higher the palms rise, and the longer the wai lasts. The greeter should put his palms together as if he is praying, put them on his head, bow and say "sawaddi". The higher the hands are in relation to the face, the more respect is given to the one who is being greeted.
Unusual greetings from different nations. Tibet. At the mysterious Eastern people There is interesting custom: meeting and saying goodbye, the younger Tibetan takes off his hat in front of the elder and, slightly tilting his head, shows his tongue.
Unusual greetings from different nations. Tuvalu. In Tuvalu, it is customary to greet like this: a person presses his face against the cheek of the second and takes a deep breath. The second is expected to do exactly the same.
Unusual greetings from different nations. Philippines. When meeting, greeting, and parting, Filipinos shake hands, while men wait for a woman to extend her hand first. Men can pat each other on the back. First, as in many Eastern countries Filipinos welcome older people and people of high rank. "Browsing" is an everyday greeting for Filipinos, but it is not acceptable to greet older people and bosses.
Unusual greetings from different nations. Japan. The bow in Japan can range from a slight nod of the head to a deep bow at the waist. At the same time, if the greeting ritual takes place on a traditional tatami, then you first need to kneel, and then bow. The longer and lower the bow, the more respect you show to the interlocutor.
Tips for travelers: Each nation has its own customs to greet each other, but meeting, people wish each other good and well-being, a good day or success in work. Gestures that seem to be understood all over the world can differ. So, for example, in Bulgaria, an affirmative nod of the head is perceived as “no”, while in the rest of the world it is an affirmative answer. lifted up thumb in a number of countries it can be regarded not as an approval or expression of admiration, but as a terrible insult. But in Russia, from ancient times, when meeting, they asked about health, this tradition has been preserved to this day. The analogues of the neutral "Hello" are the friendly "Hi" or "Hello!", the official "Let (allow) you to greet!". Elderly people sometimes say: "My respects" and "Good health to you." Greeting to the worker - "God help you!", to the one who came - "Welcome!" light steam!" and so on. There are forms of greeting: "Good morning", "Good afternoon", " Good evening", "Good night"... The following are tips for travelers: 1) Once in new country, do not rush to greet everyone with your usual gestures; 2) Going to another country, it does not interfere with getting acquainted with local regulations and traditions of the given country; 3) Read or even get acquainted in absentia with representatives of the country in order to accumulate the necessary information before leaving; 4) do not be shy to say hello, even without knowing the customs of countries, use the most universal way greetings are a handshake, because in greeting the most important thing is sincerity and goodwill.
Events
In most parts of the world, the handshake is a universal form of greeting, expressing an emotional connection between people through a physical handshake. But in many places, greetings are accompanied by more elaborate rituals.
For example, in Europe people love to kiss each other when they greet each other, and in many countries there are rules about how often to kiss and which cheek to start on. Even a handshake is not like that simple ritual in some countries.
And, despite the fact that most people will correctly understand the handshake, knowledge national customs will always ensure you the location of the locals.
Handshakes
The ancient Greeks shook hands in the same way that we do now, and this was gesture of friendliness, hospitality and trust. IN medieval Europe, kings and knights held out their hands to each other to show that they had no weapons, and they did not bear any harm to another person. This gesture is also meant equality, as opposed to bowing and kissing hands, which meant differences and dominance of one person over another. When shaking hands, both participants must be at the same level to show the same level of respect. It also reduces the physical barrier that normally separates and protects us. The other participant does the same, forming a bond mutual security.
A handshake can also be a way to appreciate someone you meet for the first time. Anyone who has ever gone to an interview or business meeting knows the value a firm handshake that means you are confident and in control, in contrast to a sluggish handshake, which expresses uncertainty and indecision.
Different types handshakes
The handshake is accepted all over the world, especially in Europe and North America. It is universal and at the same time individual, because in different places people impose distinctive features on it.
For example, in the Philippines people shake hands lightly. In Malaysia, the gesture of greeting includes shaking the interlocutor's hand, pulling the hand to one's chest, and asking, "Where are you going?"
The people of Benin grab their fingers when shaking hands, lightly touch the palms and fingers, asking: "How did you wake up?"
In Grenada, the handshake is more reminiscent of punches, and in South Africa the ritual of pinky clutching, fist shaking, and pinky clutching again has become common on many streets in the United States.
In Singapore, the date also returns the palms to the chest, leaving them on the heart to show affection.
kisses
In some countries, a handshake is not enough to show your affection towards the interlocutor, and from you expect a mutual kiss, a universal sign of deep affection.
Kissing rituals are predominant in Europe and can be quite complex. Parisians kiss four times on both cheeks, always starting on the left cheek.. If you are in Brittany, then they kiss three times here, on the Cote d'Azur five or six times, and in other areas of France two times are enough. Two kisses upon greeting are also the rule in Spain, Austria and Scandinavia, but In Spain, kissing should always be on the right cheek..
In the Netherlands, kissing is done three times, starting and ending on the same cheek, and several times more if you're kissing older people and close family members. Age also plays a role in Belgium, where people kiss once with people of the same age, and three times with people who are ten years older or more.
A in Oman, men kiss each other on the nose when greeting.
bows
Of course, handshakes and kisses are not the only ways greet each other. In many Asian countries there are different variants bow as a greeting.
In Arab and Muslim countries, when greeting, people put their hands together as in prayer and bow to show their recognition to the other. In many countries, it is also customary to hug close friends and family members.
Of course, it's hard enough to remember all the ways people around the world show their hospitality and respect.
When in doubt, remember that a confident but gentle handshake, usually with the right hand, a smile and openness will be accepted in most countries.
You can also just wait and repeat what your interlocutor is doing. And don't be surprised if suddenly someone starts kissing your nose or sniffing your cheeks.
All over the world it is customary to leave about yourself good first impression. The surest way to do this is to express your respect for the interlocutor with the traditional greeting home country. However, the gestures and words of all the peoples of the world are different, therefore, when going somewhere, it is important to know how people greet people in different countries so as not to lose face and win over others.
What does greeting mean
Even when humanity was developing and growing all over the earth, when continents opened up, and people from different shores of the seas and oceans got to know each other, they needed to somehow designate what is most important to them. The greeting personifies the mentality, outlook on life, when meeting people pay attention to each other with various gestures and facial expressions, and sometimes words carry more deep meaning than it might seem at first glance.
Over time, the inhabitants of the earth gathered into peoples, created their own countries, and traditions and customs are kept to this day. sign good manners is the knowledge of how people greet each other in different countries, since to greet a foreigner according to his customs is nothing but the deepest respect.
and greetings
Traditions are not always preserved. IN modern world, where everything is subject to certain standards, it is not at all necessary to ask questions "how do they greet in different countries" or "what are the customs of this or that people." For example, in most European countries, a business handshake will be enough to negotiate with another person and not run into a conflict. The indulgent Germans, French, Italians, Spaniards, Norwegians and Greeks will be satisfied even if the stranger cannot choke them out. mother tongue, but will say something on his own. However, if we are talking about more distant inhabitants of the planet, then knowing how it is customary to greet in different countries will be more than useful.
Words that are spoken at a meeting
The culture and logic of other peoples is sometimes so fascinating and interesting that it is difficult to resist inadvertently starting to greet like other people. What are the only ones that people say to each other when they meet. Some are only interested in business, others are interested in health, and others are not interested in anything at all, except how their pets are doing. Meanwhile, incorrectly answering such questions is considered a kind of huge disrespect, at least it is tactless. Even not the most inveterate traveler is interested in how they say hello in different countries of the world. Words, of course, play one of the most important roles. Now we will find out. What should they be?
What do Europeans say when they meet?
If, during a fleeting meeting with people of a different nationality, you can get off with a simple handshake, then, when paying a visit, it is still customary to greet in the language of the country in which the tourist was lucky enough to be.
The French at a meeting say the famous Bonjour, and then add: "How does it go?" In order not to be considered a fool, you need to answer this question as neutrally and politely as possible. It is not customary in Europe to hang your problems on other people at all.
The German, by the way, will also be very interested to know how everything is going in your life, so in addition to the Hallo remade in its own way, you will also have to answer that everything is fine.
Italians are different from other Europeans. They are much more interested in whether your fulcrum is good enough, so they ask: “How is it worth?”, Which also needs to be answered in a positive tone. The beginning and end of the meeting are similar, because there is one word for all this - "Chao!"
In England, things are not considered to be independent of human intervention, and therefore they are interested in how, in fact, you do them: "How do you do?" But before that, the Englishman will smile fervently and shout: “Hello!” or "Hey!" Which, in fact, is similar to how people say hello in different countries. The greeting "Hey" is the simplest, most understandable, friendly and universal, like the English language.
Greetings in Asian countries
In Asian countries, people live who are most respectful of their traditions, and therefore greetings for them are an important ritual that must be observed.
Japan - Country rising sun. As befits a place with such a name, the Japanese often rejoice at the new day. "Konnichiva" - it seems that this is a word of greeting, but in fact its literal translation is "The day has come." The Japanese are most happy that the sun has risen over their land today. In this case, any greeting is accompanied by a bow. The lower and slower a person bows, the more he respects the interlocutor.
The Chinese, having heard a short greeting “Nihao” addressed to them, will respond just as friendly. And, by the way, they are more interested in whether you ate today than in what you do. This is not an invitation at all, but a simple courtesy!
In Thailand, the greeting ritual is a little more complicated, and instead of words, gestures are used to indicate the degree of respect for the interlocutor. The greeting word "Wai", which can be drawn for a very long time, is also part of the ritual familiar to Thais.
In Romania and Spain they prefer to praise certain time days: "Good day", " Good night", "Good morning".
Many Australian, African times, instead of repeating after the rest of the world and greeting the way they greet in different countries (in words), prefer to perform their ritual dances which are unlikely to be understood by a person who is completely far from their culture.
Traveling around India will really bring pleasure - people are always doing well there, which they share.
Greetings in Russia
A huge country, spread over almost half of the hemisphere, prefers to greet in different ways. In Russia, they do not like fake smiles when meeting people. With a close friend, you can allow an informal “hello”, but older acquaintances wish health: “Hello!” In Rus', it was customary to bow, but over time it disappeared, so just words are enough for a Russian person. Men, wishing to remain gallant, on occasion can kiss the lady's hand, and the girls, in turn, will sit down in a modest curtsey.
There are many cases in history when the rulers of Russia tried to teach people to greet people in a European manner, but one primordially Russian tradition still remained: to welcome a guest with bread and salt at the doorstep is the highest degree of hospitality. The Russian people immediately seat the guest at the table, feed him delicious food and spills drinks.
Welcome gestures
Many rituals are accompanied in some countries by special gestures. Others, when meeting, are completely silent, preferring to express their intentions through gestures or touches.
Loving French people lightly kiss each other on the cheeks, send air kisses. It costs nothing for an American to hug a barely familiar person and pat him on the back.
Tibetans, fearing the reincarnation of an evil king with a black tongue who does not recognize Buddhism, even before verbal communication they prefer to protect themselves first and ... show their tongue by removing their headgear. After making sure that the spirit of the evil king did not inhabit the person, they continue their acquaintance.
In Japan, every greeting is accompanied by a bow. In China and Korea, the tradition of bowing is still alive, but since these countries are now the most developed, then a simple handshake will not be an insult to them. Unlike the residents of Tajikistan, who grab both hands when they meet. Giving one hand is considered a gross mistake and disrespect.
In Thailand, the palms are folded together in front of the face so that the thumbs touch the lips, and the index fingers touch the nose. If the person is respected, they raise their hand even higher, to the forehead.
Mongols at a meeting are interested first of all in the health of livestock. Say, if everything is fine with him, then the owners will not die of hunger. It's a kind of care level.
Arriving to the Arabs, you can see the hands clenched into a fist, crossed on the chest. Do not be afraid - this is also a kind of greeting gesture. Well, the most inventive were the peoples of the Maori tribe in New Zealand, who rub their noses against each other. For a Russian person, such a gesture is very intimate, but knowing how it is customary to greet in different countries of the world, you can adapt to everything.
World Hello Day
It is known from history that peoples did not always get along with each other, and therefore did not greet each other often, completely forgetting about various traditions. Now knowing how to greet people in different countries of the world is a necessity.
However, during the Cold War, it was not like that at all: countries lived their lives in proud silence. In order to somehow solve the problems of distrust between peoples, the World Day of Greetings was invented.
On November 21, do not forget to send greetings to distant countries. For such an idea, we need to thank two people who have been trying for for long years loyalty of peoples to each other. The McCorman brothers - Brian and Michael - decided in 1973 to unite the peoples with the help of simple letters, and this tradition continues to this day.
Greeting is not just a gesture of politeness. For some nations, this is a whole rite. Usually the words that people say to each other when they meet, at the beginning telephone conversation, personal correspondence, etc., contain wishes for good, peace, health. Sometimes they express interest in how a person lives, whether everything is in order with him.
In order not to look like an ill-mannered person, you need to know how to greet correctly, behave according to etiquette in personal communication. This will allow you to show off better side, especially if you are seeing a person for the first time, and his opinion of you is just beginning to take shape.
Etiquette
There is a whole system of rules on how to say hello.
It has its own for every nation. Here they say: "Meet by clothes, see off by mind". In today's world this is called "overall image".
In economically developed countries It is customary to form an opinion about a person not by clothes and its cost, but by focusing on how a person knows how to behave correctly at the beginning of communication.
The inhabitants of our latitudes are gradually moving away from significance "overall image", paying attention to the tact and upbringing of the counterpart, losing sight of his hairstyle, the correct selection of accessories, the brand of perfume.
IN more this applies to the business community. Considerable importance was attached to etiquette at all times, but as a system of designated rules, it was formed only a little more than 3 centuries ago. Some people believe that the greeting does not convey any information.
In fact, the interlocutor with his help gives a lot of signals:
- Expression of respect for the rights and personality of a counterpart;
- Positioning yourself as a person equal to the interlocutor;
- Expression of desire and interest in further communication, regardless of the ultimate goal (business, friendly interaction, etc.).
Greetings from different nations
If you have a meeting with representatives of other countries, find out how they greet according to their etiquette. For example, it is customary for the Japanese to bow when meeting.
If you intend to visit Japan, remember that there are three types of bows:
- Saikerei. It is weighed against people who have a high social status, respected elders. The tilt angle is approximately 45 degrees. As a rule, the Japanese honor the most respected guests with such bows;
- Kayrey. They greet people when they enter or leave the premises. The tilt angle is 30 degrees;
- Eshaku. This is the simplest tribute. If a Japanese greets and weighs exactly this, he implies that one could just walk past. The degree of inclination is approximately 15 degrees.
For a long time, the Chinese and Koreans also used a similar system of bows, but at present, representatives of these peoples will shake hands with a European, and greet each other with their hands clasped and raised above their heads.
Close people in India usually hug. The men pat each other on the back, and the women touch their cheeks twice. WITH strangers the inhabitants of this country greet each other by bringing the joined fingers of two hands to their eyebrows.
In France stranger they greet with a handshake, but if the situation is informal, it is customary to imitate three kisses, touching cheeks.
If in New Zealand a person touches your nose with his, it means that you are very nice to him.
Don't be surprised by the hot hugs of the residents Latin America- "hot" representatives of this country give them to everyone.
IN European countries It is customary to shake hands when meeting.
How does this happen to Muslims?
It is worth studying the traditions if you are going to a Muslim country.
Greeting etiquette is highly respected by Muslims, associating it with religion. "As-salamu 'alaikum"(“Peace be with you”) - this is their greeting, in response to which you need to answer "Wa-'alaikum as-salaam"("Peace to you too" ). This short version, but for a foreigner it is quite enough to express his respect to the interlocutor. But this is not all that you need to know about how, and what they want to say with this, Muslims greet.
"As-salam" means well-being, health, peace. He is not just desired from the heart, but they ask Allah to give these blessings.
The name "Muslim" comes from this word and means, among other things, a greeting. Honoring each other with this word, people seem to conclude an agreement among themselves on mutual respect for the honor, rights and life of another person.
If salam is given to one person, he must definitely answer. Otherwise, Allah will be angry, and the request for peace and health will not be heard.
When sending a greeting to a group of people, it does not matter who is the first to say hello, the main thing is that at least someone from the team answers. The answer to “salaam” should be received quickly, because delay without a good reason is a great sin.
It is not forbidden, but it is highly discouraged for a man to greet an outside woman if she is unaccompanied by her husband or other people. In this case, the woman does not have the right to answer "salaam". A woman is an outsider for a man if, according to the norms of Islam, he can marry her.
The same applies to people who are busy at a certain moment, who may not have the opportunity to answer.
"See you today"- sometimes you can hear in response to "Hello" with us. Muslims greet every meeting in order to cry out to Allah for peace and health as often as possible. This is especially true for families.
Salam is often accompanied by a handshake.
Jewish greetings
Their greeting is consonant with the Muslim (“Shalom”, “Shalom Aleichem”) and the meaning is similar - “Peace”, “Peace be with you”. IN Lately most often Jews use its short form ("Shalom").
Depending on the time of day, people may say hello differently.
For example, if you wish good morning, say "Bokeh of mouths", good day – "Tsohoraim tovim", evenings - "Erev tov". It is considered polite to ask, “What do you hear?” ("Ma nishma?").
If, when greeting, the Jews want to show their participation, they are interested in how the interlocutor is doing - “Mashlomcha?” .
How is it done with us?
The culture of communication in our latitudes also implies a wish for health or an interest in how the counterpart is doing.
There are a number of nuances that need to be considered when greeting a person. For example, this applies to who should say hello first according to etiquette. The younger must show respect. In relation to a woman, the man expresses his respect first.
If she is sitting, she has the right not to get up in response.
But if she receives a guest in her house, it is advisable to get up. A woman who is in the company of a man should greet a woman who is not in the company of the opposite sex. Regardless of the accompaniment younger woman greets the elder.
In ancient times, a slave had to bow before his master.
Today, it is enough for a subordinate to be the first to greet the boss, but only the leader can initiate a handshake. The exception is the female subordinate, who must reach out first.
