Ask a question: What etiquette issues should we pay attention to when attending the birthday of the elderly?

1. Respect the customs and habits of various countries and abide by social ethics.

Be punctual and don't stand up. Arrive at the appointed time to participate in the activity. Don't embarrass the host too early because he is not ready, and don't be late. It is impolite not to be punctual.

3. Respect the elderly and women, take good care of getting on and off vehicles and elevators, and let them go first when going out.

4. Have dignity and pay attention to your words and deeds. Don't do anything unusual, don't point your finger at people, don't make noise, don't laugh, and don't yell at people from a distance. Don't walk with your shoulders. Walk lightly. You can speed up your steps in case of emergency. Don't run in a hurry. Whether standing or sitting, the posture should be correct. Don't squat on the ground waiting for the bus. When standing, don't lean against the wall or post, and don't sit on the armrest of the chair. When sitting down, don't stagger or shake your legs, and don't put your legs on the armrest of the chair or lift your trouser legs. Don't put your hand on the chair next door.

5. Don't spit everywhere, spit in a paper towel and throw it into the dustbin. Don't throw cigarette butts or other discarded items.

6. Don't manicure, pick your teeth, pick your nose, blow your nose, dig your ears, tickle, shake your legs, take off your shoes, choke, stretch and hum a tune in public. When sneezing or yawning, cover your nose and mouth with a handkerchief and face to one side to avoid making noise.

Smoking is not allowed in many places abroad, such as watching performances and eating. When smoking is allowed, the woman's consent should be obtained. Don't walk with a cigarette in your mouth. Please put out your cigarettes before entering the reception room and dining room.

8. Don't eat garlic, onions and other smelly things before taking part in the activity.

(2) Appearance and clothing

1. Hair and beard should be trimmed frequently. Nose hair and nails should be cut short.

2. Clothes should be clean and tidy, especially shirts should be changed frequently. Clothes need ironing and shoes need polishing. Wear a suit and tie for formal activities. Put the long-sleeved shirt in your pants, and don't roll up the cuffs. Short-sleeved shirts don't catch pants. Underwear and shirts, ladies socks, don't show them. When you need to change clothes, you should go to the bathroom or other suitable places to tidy up and change.

3. Generally wear dark clothes when attending major events, and the upper and lower body colors should be consistent. Some tropical countries and grand occasions can also wear long and short casual clothes.

4. Take off your coat, hat, scarf, gloves, etc. After attending the activity, send it to the clothing storage place for storage. Check your personal belongings in your pocket before storing them.

Men are not allowed to wear hats indoors at any time.

6. Generally, black glasses are not worn indoors. Even outdoors, sunglasses should not be worn in formal occasions such as grand ceremonies and welcoming guests.

(3) Meeting etiquette

1. The first acquaintance is usually introduced by a third party or self. When introducing others, first of all, we should know whether they have the desire to get to know each other, and don't make a move. Low status and young age should be introduced to high status and old age, and men should be introduced to women. State your name and position clearly. When introducing a specific person, you should politely signal with your hands, don't point with your fingers, and don't pat others with your hands. Introduce yourself, say your name and identity first, and then ask the other person. You can exchange business cards when introducing each other.

2. Say hello when you meet for the first time in a day or at an activity. When the other person takes the initiative to say hello, you must make a corresponding answer. We usually shake hands when we meet. Because there are many people attending large-scale activities, you can shake hands with the host and nod to others without shaking hands. Some people in Buddhist countries in Southeast Asia don't shake hands, but greet them with folded hands. When shaking hands, the host, the old man, the high-ranking person and the lady reach out first. Guests, young people and people with low status can say hello first, and then hold hands when they meet. When people shake hands at the same time, be careful not to cross and wait for others to shake hands before reaching out. Men should take off their hats when shaking hands outdoors.

3. Take part in the activities organized by foreigners, greet the host when you arrive and leave, and send holiday congratulations if it is a celebration.

In foreign affairs, you should respect the important foreigners you used to know. Generally, don't rush to say hello, wait for the other party to express it actively, and then respond accordingly.

In daily life, when you meet familiar foreigners, you should exchange greetings and chat as appropriate, but don't ask "Where have you been" or "Have you eaten".

(4) Pay attention to manners when speaking.

1. When talking in social situations, we must first find out the identity of the other party, so that we can talk appropriately and pertinently.

2. Contact and conversation abroad should be natural and cordial. Listen carefully when the other person is talking, don't look around at your watch.

Don't use too many gestures when you speak. Don't speak too loudly so that the other person can hear you clearly.

Don't talk about unpleasant things such as illness. Generally don't ask each other's resume. Speak in time and be polite. If the other person doesn't talk, don't ask. Don't ask the lady's age and whether she is married or not.

Seek truth from facts in foreign conversation, don't answer things you don't know casually, don't promise things you are not sure about, and keep your word.

6. When there are more than three people present, don't just say what two people know and exclude others.

7. Don't talk about the affairs of a third party. Don't whisper and laugh at others. If it is inconvenient for others to know what you are saying, find the right time to say it.

8. Don't always talk by yourself, let others have a chance to talk. Don't interrupt others when they are talking.

9. If the other person didn't hear you clearly, you can ask again. I found that the other party misunderstood my speech and should explain it further.

10. In social situations, you should actively communicate according to your identity. But don't eavesdrop if others are talking alone. If you need to talk to someone, you should wait until others have finished. If I need to talk to you urgently, I should say hello and apologize first.