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Activity 10
Study the following ways to say Hello in Asian countries.
A Few Ways to Say Hello in Asia
No. Countries Gestures
1. China A nod or bow
2. Hong Kong Clasp hands together at throat level and nod
(older Chinese)
3. India Palms together as though praying and bend or
nod, called namaste
4. Indonesia Say selamat, which means peace
5. Japan Bow from the waist, palms on thighs, heels together
6. Korea A slight bow and handshake (right hand in one or
both hands)
7. Malaysia Both hands touch other person’s hands, then are
brought back to the breast, called salame gesture
8. Philippines A limp handshake
9. Sri Lanka Place palms together under chin and bow slightly
10. Thailand Place palms together, elbows down, and bow head
slightly, called wai
Note: In Indonesia Malaysia people greet each other by saying “Mau kemana?” (Where are you
going/) Because it is not really a question, the polite response is “Jalan-jalan” (Just for a walk) (Fact
Monster, 2016).
Activity 11
Discuss and find some other ways to say Hello in other countries. Then
demonstrate them in front of the class with your partner.
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