In English, people often employ the following expressions to greet each other “Good morning/evening/afternoon.” “Fine day, isn’t it? “”How is everything going?” ,etc
In west, Although they are
different in age and status,
they can call the other
directly, namely, their
names, even first
names .They demonstrate （证明） the sense of intimacy（亲密） and the conception（概念） of ”Everyone is created
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2.Addressing
In China, the surname comes first and then the given name.
While westerners names are written and spoken with the given name first and the family name last.
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East & West
Chinese use “title（头衔） +surname(姓氏)” to address（致敬） their superior or elders rather than call them surnames, while the superior or elders call the addressers their names. otherwise, the addresser may be considered as ill mannered, ill educated or rude.
Open the napkin and put it on your lap before eating.
You should use the fork with your left hand and the knife with your right hand.
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In the West
Don’t drink too much! Talk to the people beside you, but don’t
equal”
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pliments and Response
For example, if a hostess is complimented for her cooking skill ,how she will response in west and china?
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East & West
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The difference of table manners
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West & East
VS
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In China
Make the elders have a sit first. Wash you hands before each meal. Don’t speak too loudly. You’d better not eat too fast or too much. Don't speak with your mouthቤተ መጻሕፍቲ ባይዱfull of food.
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In China
Put up the bowl Don't stick the chopsticks upright in the bowl. Lay … on…
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In the West
Knife and spoon are placed to the right of the plate. The fork is on the left.
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The difference of communication manners
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1.Greeting and Parting
In China, When people meet acquaintances or friends, we always say ,“Have you eaten yet?” “What are you going to do?”
大家好
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The East-West differences in etiquette
Maker: Guo Wanyao Li Lidan
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Content
The definition of manners
The cause of making difference
The difference of communication manners
The difference of table manners
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The definition of manners
Etiquette is not only the people exchange rules, but also a language,and is a kind of tools .
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The cause of making difference
Different manners may result in cultural differences.
1. Cultural Background 2. Different values 3. Individualism and Collectivism 4. Family 5. Nationalism
A Chinese hostess will apologize for giving you “Nothing”. She will say “I just made some dishes casually and they are not very tasty.”
An western hostess is likely to say,” Oh, I am so glad that you liked it. I cook it especially for you.”