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Going
to another country this year? Before traveling, check out what is
considered bad manners elsewhere!
Malaysia
You should remove your shoes when entering a home or holy place.
Philippines
When dining, leave some food on your plate as a sign that your host
has provided you with enough food.
Southeast
Asia Signs at religious landmarks, ask women not to enter if
they’re menstruating.
Saudi
Arabia Avoid showing the sole of your shoe to anyone.
Russia
Wearing a coat and/or boots inside theatres, or similar places is
unacceptable.
Chile
Point with your entire hand rather than just your index finger.
Thailand
Do not put your arm over the back of a chair in which someone is
sitting, this is offensive.
Italy
Pointing with your index and little finger is a gesture used only
when wishing bad luck to someone.
Fiji
To show your respect while talking to someone, place your arms
folded behind your back.
Indonesia
Pounding you fist into the palm of your other hand is seen as
obscene.
Singapore
Feet are believed to be unclean. Never touch or move anything with
your feet.
Samoa
Before entering a home, wait until mats have been spread on the
floor.
Brazil
Yawning or stretching in public is frowned on.
Switzerland
Chewing gum in public is considered unacceptable.
Netherlands
It is considered rude to get up during a meal to go to another room.
India
A woman's upper arms are considered sensual parts of the body, and
should never be exposed in public.
Turkey
Ask for permission before taking a photograph of someone.
Pakistan
A closed fist is considered an obscene gesture.
Mexico
Putting your hands on your hips signifies that you're making a
challenge to a person.
Egypt
When eating, use only your right hand. The left hand is reserved for
body hygiene.
Hong
Kong It is considered impolite to blink at somebody.
Austria
When dining in, keep your hands on the table. It is considered rude
to put your hands on your lap while eating.
Zambia
It is improper to point directly at someone or something.
Zimbabwe
Direct eye contact with someone is considered rude.
France
Do not use your fingers to eat sandwiches, you should use a knife
and fork.
Kenya
Never use your left hand to accept a gift.
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Maggie Halliday is the founder and owner of International Woman, the
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