Greetings from around the world!
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There are many ways to say hello around the world, some more unusual than others. From handshakes, to kisses to touching noses… Test your knowledge of the traditional and bizarre ways people say hello.
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Question 1 of 10
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In which country is it conventional to, upon greeting someone, stick your tongue out just a little bit?
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Tibet. To prove you are not the reborn, black-tongued King of Tibet. Sticking out your tongue is today considered a polite greeting.
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The correct answer is Tibet. Sticking out your tongue is today considered a polite greeting and proves that you are not the reborn, black-tongued King of Tibet.
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Question 2 of 10
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In which country do you place your palms together, keep elbows down, and bow your head slightly?
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Thailand. It is customary to press your hands together, hold them in prayer fashion, and slightly bow to your acquaintance. This is called the wai.
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That’s incorrect. This greeting is practiced in Thailand and is called the wai.
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Question 3 of 10
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Where do people say hello by rubbing noses and even foreheads together? A beautiful gesture called hongi.
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New Zealand. The Maori people of New Zealand will perform this move to initiate newcomers, and exchange the breath of life with them. This tradition comes from the ancient Maori tribe of New Zealand and is referred to as the “breath of life,” which is believed to have come directly from the gods. Even Princess Kate experienced this very personal greeting during her visit to the country in 2014.
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The correct answer is New Zealand. The Maori people of New Zealand will perform this move to initiate newcomers, and exchange the breath of life with them. This tradition comes from the ancient Maori tribe of New Zealand and is referred to as the “breath of life,” which is believed to have come directly from the gods. Even Princess Kate experienced this very personal greeting during her visit to the country in 2014.
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Question 4 of 10
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Kissing cheeks, also know as the “bise” in practiced in…
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The French exchange kisses on both cheeks upon meeting and leaving. However, the number of kisses given can vary depending on the region.
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The correct answer is France. The French exchange kisses on both cheeks upon meeting and leaving. However, the number of kisses given can vary depending on the region.
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Question 5 of 10
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Where is saying hello done by pressing one’s nose and upper lip against another’s skin, then breathing on them?
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Greenland. This special greeting is known as the Kunik and is normally used by family members.
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The correct answer is Greenland. This special greeting is known as the Kunik and is normally used by family members.
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Question 6 of 10
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Placing your palms together in prayer position, tipping your head forward, and saying “Namaste.” is a traditional greeting in which country?
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India. This salute is called the Añjali Mudrā. Namaste means “I bow to you” – my greetings, salutations or prostration to you.
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The correct answer is India. This salute is called the Añjali Mudrā. Namaste means “I bow to you” – my greetings, salutations or prostration to you.
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Question 7 of 10
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When a young person says hello to an older person in this country, they use a unique way of greeting them. They will bow and hold the right hand of the older person – pressing the knuckles of those they greet against their forehead.
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Philippines. This gesture is called Mano and is used to show respect. When the knuckles are touching the forehead they say Mano (which means hand) and Po (which means respect).
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The correct answer is the Philippines. This gesture is called Mano and is used to show respect. When the knuckles are touching the forehead they say Mano (which means hand) and Po (which means respect).
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Question 8 of 10
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Where do people present a hada, which is a strip of silk or cotton, when an acquaintance or an unfamiliar guest visits their home?
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Mongolia. The guest should grasp the strip gently with both hands while doing a slight bow.
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The correct answer is Mongolia. The guest should grasp the strip gently with both hands while doing a slight bow.
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Question 9 of 10
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In which South African country does a thumb-squeeze take the place of shaking hands?
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Zambia. Clapping and gently squeezing thumbs is a friendly greeting in West and North West Zambia.
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The correct answer is Zambia. Clapping and gently squeezing thumbs is a friendly greeting in West and North West Zambia.
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Question 10 of 10
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In which country will people greet each other with a bow. Men typically bow with their hands at their sides, whereas women will bow with their hands touching their thighs?
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Japan. Bows differ in duration and in angle of decline according to formalities.
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The correct answer is Japan. Bows differ in duration and in angle of decline according to formalities.
