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table manners all over the world
Two members here showed some interest in table manners, how it was yesterday in France and England, and how it has changed today. Our French friend said that what is considered as rude in France is to put one's hands under the table, while our English friend said that it is the contrary that is impolite (putting the inactive hand on the table). For instance, in France it is rude to eructate (roter) while eating, while making air (peter) is rather tolerated. Whereas in Morocco, a big eructation (rot) is considered as something natural and can even be used as a polite sign of the guest's appreciation of the meal offered. But to make air (peter) in public is not at all tolerated, in whatever circumstances.
I propose to all members of this site, from different cultures to describe the table manners of their country or community. It could be a funny game to compare what is judged rude and what is not in each culture.
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Language pair: French; English
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Souad A.
June 10, 2008
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Re:French Table Manners
Good morning
My name is patrick, I 43 years old I am french I live in paris, the table manners to france have changed, but for me the education that I got is the following table we had to put both hands on table, keep right, put the bread left on our plate, and this is the hand that was go to the mouth should not be it the head go to the plate.
If you would like more information on how French I will be happy to respond.
I apologize for my English, but if you could help me, I can help you for your french.
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patrick783
June 1, 2008
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Re:Re:Egyptienne voudrait pratiquer le français
Merci beaucoup rajaa pour ton initiative. Parce que je ne suis pas une "gold member" et donc je ne peux pas te contacter, tu le peux sur mylanguageexchange99 at yahoo par "mails" ou "chating". je attends ton e-mail pour l'arranger
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Language pair: Arabic, Egyptian; French
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A
May 27, 2008
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rajaa r.
May 26, 2008
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French Table Manners
I am interested in French table manners. In the US, we put our napkin on our lap and eat with one hand while the other we keep on our lap. We don't put our elbows on the table and it is rude to lick your fingers or eat with your fingers. (Unless it's finger food like fried chicken or corn on the cob. But you still shouldn't lick your fingers!) Is this similar to French table manners? Manners are getting to be more relaxed in the US and many people don't even know how to use their utensils properly; they put their elbows on the table and leave their napkin next to their plate. It is sad to see manners slip away like that. Are table manners very important in France?
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Language pair: English; French
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Shawn
May 25, 2008
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Egyptienne voudrait pratiquer le français
je suis egyptienne, 31 ans, voudrais pratiquer le français avec une femme. je ne suis pas une "Gold member". Je peux aider celles qui voulent apprendre l'arabe.
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Language pair: Arabic, Egyptian; French
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A
May 20, 2008
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Re:Learning american native culture and tradition
Hello,
You would like to learn about the history of America and the people? I am American and I can tell you a little about the people here. Most people are a mixture of nationalities. For example, my mother is Sicilian. My Grand Parents are both from Sicily, Italy. Most everyone you meet has a different cultural background but it is usually from several generations back. Most people say they are a mixture. There are not very many natural blonds here. Most people have medium to dark hair. There are a lot of people coming from Mexico and Spanish is becoming widely used. It is almost the second unofficial language. Also, there are a lot of Chinese. They are thinking of offering it as a language in elementary schools. Although, as a rule, American schools do not force children to learn other languages. That is something Americans want for their children but the government doesn't inforce it.
True Native Americans are all over the US on reservations. They can choose to live there or live anywhere they want. They receive benefits if they are actual Native Americans. It is sad that there are not very many pure Native Americans anymore. (They used to be called American Indians)In the US, many reservations make their money by opening casinos. As far as I know they are not subject to the same tax as other Americans.
This will end my history lesson for today. I hope you enjoyed it and learned something.
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Language pair: English; French
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Shawn
May 18, 2008
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Learning american native culture and tradition
Hello I am a 17 year old French girl and I would like to speak with american native of all ages.I have always been fascinated by the history of ancient culture I don't know a lot of things about american natives that's why I am looking for explanations on the languages,the spirit,the tradition,the history and many things like that.I hope that someone will help me.
Have a nice day
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Language pair: French; English
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Bérengère G.
May 2, 2008
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Re:Message to Van sy
Bonj
En fait Je cherche un correspondant qui pourra m'aider a mieux métriser la langue française. Je ss étudiant dans un lycée francophone aux antilles et dans quelques mois je passerai le bac SMS,quelque chose qui me stress énormément. Donc je demande secours a ceux qui veulent m'aider en échange de l'apprentissage de la langue anglaise. Merci d'avance
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Melvin b.
February 9, 2008
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Re:Message to Oceane!
hello Oceane !
thank you for your massage, i'm sorry i'm not a "golden member" too
.i only send message on forum,if you can we'll contact together by e-mail, it's ok ???
see you later !
goodbye.
Van sy~
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Language pair: French;
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sy v.
January 27, 2008
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