[Germany] German social etiquette

(1) Social etiquette

The unique style that Germans exhibit in dealing with people often gives a deep impression.

First, strict discipline and strong legal concept.

Second, pay attention to credibility and value the concept of time.

Third, extreme self-esteem and great respect for tradition.

Fourth, treat people passionately and attach great importance to feelings.

It must be pointed out that Germans attach great importance to etiquette in their interpersonal communication. When shaking hands with Germans, it is necessary to pay special attention to the following two points. First, be sure to look at each other calmly when shaking hands. Second, the time for shaking hands should be slightly longer. The shaking times should be a little bit more. The power used for shaking hands should be slightly larger.

Paying attention to salutation is a distinctive feature of Germans in interpersonal communication. Improper use of Germans often makes them unpleasant.

Under normal circumstances, do not call the names of Germans directly. It is most feasible to call its full name or just its surname.

When talking with Germans, do not neglect the use of the two personal pronouns "you" and "you." For acquaintances, friends, peers, you can just match. In Germany, "you" means respect, and "you" means equal status and close relationship.

(2) dress etiquette

The overall style of the German in dressing up is solemn, simple and neat.

Under normal circumstances, the clothes of the Germans are relatively simple. Most men love to wear suits, jackets and hats. Most women love to wear lapel gowns and long skirts in colors and patterns.

When the Germans appear on formal occasions, they must dress neatly and their clothing is generally dark.

In business contacts, they stress that men wear three-piece suits and women wear skirt-style clothing.

Germans pay more attention to hairstyles. In Germany, men should not shave their heads to be used as "neo-nazi" elements. German girls' hair styles are mostly short-haired or shawl hair, and perm women are mostly married.

(3) Catering Etiquette

Germans are very particular about diet.

In terms of meat, the Germans love to eat pork, and only then can they turn to beef. The variety of sausages made of pork has made the Germans enjoyable.

The Germans generally have a large appetite and like to eat oily things, so Germany has a lot of fat people.

In terms of beverages, Germans most admired beer.

Germans have the following special rules when they dine.

First, the knife and fork used for eating fish must not be used to eat meat or cheese.

Second, if you drink beer and wine at the same time, you should drink beer first, then drink wine, otherwise it is considered to be detrimental to health.

Third, it is not appropriate to pile up too much food in the food dish.

Fourth, do not use a napkin to fan the wind.

Fifth, avoid eating walnuts.

(4) Custom taboos

Among all the flowers, the Germans most admired Cornflower and chose it as the national flower. In Germany, it is not appropriate to give away roses or roses. The former expresses courtship, while the latter is dedicated to death.

White Stork is Germany's national bird.

Germans like black and gray.

For "13" and "Friday," the Germans are extremely disgusted. They are also disgusted with the four people who have crossed hands or have had cross talks in communication situations. Because these two practices are considered by them as impolite.

The Germans believed that the chimney sweeper on the road had promised to deliver good luck one day.

In Germany, the shops are closed on Sundays. When shopping on this day, nature is hard to gain.

When giving gifts to Germans, it is not advisable to choose knives, swords, scissors, table knives and forks. It is also not allowed to pack and bundle gifts in brown, white, black wrapping paper and ribbons.

When talking with Germans, it is not appropriate to involve Nazis, religions, and parties. Whispering in public places is considered very rude by Germans.