{"id":2985,"date":"2016-08-12T16:10:09","date_gmt":"2016-08-12T15:10:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wendywutours.co.uk\/blog\/?p=2985"},"modified":"2016-08-23T16:16:44","modified_gmt":"2016-08-23T15:16:44","slug":"chinese-customs-etiquette-you-need-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wendywutours.co.uk\/blog\/china\/chinese-customs-etiquette-you-need-to-know\/","title":{"rendered":"Chinese Customs and Etiquette You Need to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>China is a wonderful and vibrant country where culture and native customs are a major part of 21st century society.<\/p>\n<p><!--more-->Just like any other nation, it\u2019s important to acknowledge and understand their way of life and how, in doing so, you will be greeted with the utmost respect. That\u2019s why we have created a simple guide on Chinese customs and etiquette for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wendywutours.co.uk\/china\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=post&amp;utm_campaign=chinese%20etiquette\">holidays to China<\/a> so you can appreciate the country even more!<\/p>\n<h2>Greetings<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wendywutours.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/greetings.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2995\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wendywutours.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/greetings.jpg\" alt=\"chinese greetings\" width=\"640\" height=\"629\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wendywutours.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/greetings.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.wendywutours.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/greetings-300x294.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wendywutours.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/greetings-60x60.jpg 60w, https:\/\/www.wendywutours.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/greetings-50x50.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Everyone likes to make a first good impression, and Chinese people are quite particular when it comes to meeting for the first time, but don\u2019t let this put you off. If it\u2019s a restaurant owner, tour guide or someone of high status, there are significant yet easy ways you can gain the respect of the native people on your first meeting, here are the most important to remember:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The male should be introduced to the female first.<\/li>\n<li>The inferior should be introduced to the superior.<\/li>\n<li>The host should always introduce themselves to the guest first.<\/li>\n<li>The oldest person is greeted first as a sign of respect.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Formality in China is crucial when greeting, and it\u2019s advised to address adults by their title (\u2018chef\u2019: chushi or \u2018teacher\u2019: laoshi) or by their family name (Mr Chang \/ Ms Huang). Handshaking is a universal greeting or a nod of the head for acknowledgement of the other person is accepted in China.<\/p>\n<h2>Out and about<\/h2>\n<p>China tours are a fantastic way to see and learn about the country in all of its glory. Whether you want a true <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wendywutours.co.uk\/china\/tours\/a-china-experience.htm?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=post&amp;utm_campaign=chinese%20etiquette\">China experience<\/a> or want to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wendywutours.co.uk\/china\/yangtze-river\/yangtze-river-cruise\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=post&amp;utm_campaign=chinese%20etiquette\">cruise on\u00a0the Yangtze River,<\/a> bear in mind key Chinese customs when out and about. Punctuality is considered a virtue in China, so make sure you are on time whenever possible!<\/p>\n<p>Chinese people are very much a calm and collected nation and can lose face if an individual overreacts or ceases to remain calm when confronted. If you are asked personal questions by a local or authoritative person, don\u2019t be offended as they may just be intrigued as to who you are.<\/p>\n<p>Another factor worth noting is that it is forbidden in Chinese customs and etiquette to write things in red, as Dariece Swift from <a href=\"http:\/\/www.goatsontheroad.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Goats On The Road<\/a> explains:<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>\u201cIn China, writing someone\u2019s name in the colour red is a big no-no. Red may mean luck and prosperity when it comes to weddings and festivals, but when it comes to writing a person\u2019s name, pick another colour. If you choose to write a name in red, it means you want the person dead, or that they will die soon!\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>A custom that is becoming uncommon nowadays is the somewhat unhygienic habit of spitting on the floor or pavement. The Chinese do like to clear their sinuses and if they do this near you, try not to think they are being rude as it is common for many people to do so. However, the habit is becoming less and less popular and if you are visiting Beijing you will be handed an on-the-spot fine if you decide to join in!<\/p>\n<h2>Clothing<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wendywutours.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/clothing.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2994\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wendywutours.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/clothing.jpg\" alt=\"chinese clothing\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wendywutours.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/clothing.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.wendywutours.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/clothing-300x168.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Over the years, western culture has had an influence on the way in which people in Asian countries, especially China, dress. In the summertime you can expect Chinese people to be wearing shorts and t-shirts in urbanised areas and as it can be very humid in this sort of setting, it is wise to pack the same clothing.<\/p>\n<p>If you want to be truly respected by Chinese people on your trip to China, make an effort with your dress code at meal times and formal occasions \u2013 being seen as \u2018scruffy\u2019 is frowned upon, just as with many western cultures today.<\/p>\n<h2>Table manners<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wendywutours.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/table-manners.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2996\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wendywutours.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/table-manners.jpg\" alt=\"table manners in china\" width=\"640\" height=\"523\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wendywutours.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/table-manners.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.wendywutours.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/table-manners-300x245.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Chinese people take huge pride in their cuisine and how they eat their food is no different.<\/p>\n<p>Chopsticks are a popular representation of Chinese cuisine but shouldn\u2019t be used without acknowledging what is and isn\u2019t allowed when eating with them. Chopsticks should never be left standing upright in the bowl as it symbolises death. Also try to avoid tapping the bowl or plate with the chopsticks as this will come across as being rude.<\/p>\n<p>At formal occasions or parties when it is time to toast the celebration, stand if possible and tap the table twice to thank the host when drinking. If there is food involved (which is very common) try to eat a little of every dish and leave a small amount of food on the plate to symbolise generosity to the chef and host. If you happen to be invited to someone\u2019s house for a gathering or a party, make sure you take a gift along with you, this could be some fruit, tea or flowers, never go empty handed.<\/p>\n<p>It is also worth noting that, unlike in the UK where it is seen as rude and impolite, Chinese people find slurping and burping complimentary when eating in China, so try and embrace the custom shift. Last of all, enjoy!<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wendywutours.co.uk\/brochures\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=post&amp;utm_campaign=chinese%20etiquette\" target=\"_blank\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright wp-image-564 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wendywutours.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/03\/brochure_btn.png\" alt=\"brochure_btn\" width=\"228\" height=\"104\" \/><\/a>Discover China with Wendy Wu Tours, the UK&#8217;s leading Asia Experts. Our award winning, escorted China tours visit all the major sights for an unforgettable holiday.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We also have amazing tours to Cambodia, Vietnam, Laos, Japan, India and beyond&#8230;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Image Credit:\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/en\/chinese-china-shanghai-beijing-1213835\/\">Donations_are_appreciated<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/en\/people-chinese-shanghai-1118191\/\">pedroserapio<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/en\/chopsticks-bowl-bamboo-cuisine-932834\/\">tookapic<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>China is a wonderful and vibrant country where culture and native customs are a major part of 21st century society.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":2997,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"spay_email":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[21],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast 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