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| Proper Social Behavior in the Philippines |
Etiquette in The Philippines
Never call anyone over to you by saying "Psst."
Never beckon someone by using your index finger in a raised 'come to me' fashion.
The “Dog Call”
"Curling your index finger towards you in a summoning motion is a gesture generally linked with seductive temptresses in Hollywood movies, beckoning for their targeted men to follow them into another room.
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| Calling a dog. |
Beware, however, of using this gesture.
In the Philippines – it’s a method of communication considered worthy only to use on dogs and is actually punishable by arrest. Worst of all, they’ll break your index finger in order to prevent you from committing the same crime again!"
Emma, the author of the article about hand gestures concludes the article with "So, there you have it – ten of the most popular (and most globally misunderstood) hand gestures, in all their glory. .... the best idea when travelling abroad is probably to keep both hands pinned to your sides. Permanently."
Filipinos are very gracious people, but never insult Anyone!"Never Insult a Filipino – It may be the last thing you do. Insults are taken very seriously and if you cause a Filipino to lose face, expect to be shunned by them and their family. Losing face is taken very seriously here and sometimes, if the offense is bad, the knives will come out. It’s best to be respectful and complimentary to anyone you talk to."
Business Etiquette in the Philippines (an article in USA Today.)
Manners when riding in tricycles.
Commuter etiquette Jeepney, Bus, Train
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