Hello! This greeting is the start of many conversations, and if you’re speaking with…
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Persian (Farsi)
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Before you pull up a seat at the holiday table, study the rules of etiquette so you can avoid a faux pas (yes, that’s French for lack of tact, or rude foreigner, depending on who you ask). While taking cues from your host or hostess is never a bad idea, it’ll also impress them if you come equipped not just with a symbolic gift but with the kind of consideration for their cultural values that money can’t buy.
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When you’re popping into a holiday party, it’s considerate to bring a gift for the host or hostess. Many people choose flowers since they’re a beautiful and gracious way to extend thanks, but different flowers can have different meanings across cultures. In South Africa for instance, it’s customary to give flowers during the holidays, but in Egypt, they are only appropriate as gifts when attending a funeral.
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Thoughtfulness and a little cultural sensitivity translate well in any language. We may have…
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What better time to get a jolt of motivation than now, when resolutions seem…
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When it comes to welcoming in the new year, the possibilities are endless.
