1. Clothing Etiquette
Germans don’t like to be too fancy when it comes to clothing. They pay great attention to neatness in all their clothes. If you wear a suit, you must wear a tie. When attending formal occasions such as banquets or theaters, men usually wear dark-colored dresses, while women wear long skirts. In the eastern part of Germany, if you are married, you often wear gold rings when you go out.
2. Meeting etiquette
Germans basically shake hands when meeting others in social situations. If you meet an acquaintance, friend or family member, it is usually a hug. When communicating with guests, they prefer to call each other by their titles, but most Germans don't like compliments from others. If you have just met the person, you should not call them by their first names unless they say you can.
3. Manners and etiquette
Germans are always meticulous about everything and work. They pay attention to etiquette and style in public places. A distinctive feature of German women is simplicity, which is not only reflected in their clothes, but also in their behavior. When communicating with Germans, you will basically not see them frowning or other careless movements.
This is because Germans are very restrained in their small movements and think that these movements are disrespectful to the guests and lack of friendliness. and the performance of upbringing.
4. Dining Etiquette
Germans pay more attention to two etiquettes when dining. They are to put women on the right first and women first. When Germans hold a banquet, they usually need to send out invitations two weeks in advance. When entertaining guests, the table is filled with various wine glasses and plates. There is a very important point in the use of knives and forks. The special thing is that the knife and fork used to eat fish cannot be used to eat other food.
5. Business etiquette
Germans are very rigorous in their work, think deeply and sharply, and have a strong sense of time, so as long as it is the agreed time, they must arrive in time. It is considered impolite to arrive late or too early.