China is a country of etiquette. From ancient times to the present, many dining table rules have been handed down, which are an important part of our traditional culture. There will be some differences due to different regions, but there are some general rules. You know, especially in the workplace, table manners are a test of personal accomplishment.

The following 20 items may not be comprehensive, but if you can persist in doing them well, at least you will not cause any major embarrassment or lose your style.

1. Elderly people can take their seats only after they are seated. If there are ladies present, give them priority.

It is basically possible for the elders to take their seats first, but in many workplaces, most men are in leadership positions. Being able to do "ladies take their seats first" can better reflect his leadership style.

2. Pay attention to the seating arrangement and do not sit in the wrong position. If you sit in the wrong position, you will feel uncomfortable eating.

As for the seating arrangement, the guest of honor should be on the right hand side of the host companion, who should be the most distinguished guest at the scene, and the deputy guest of honor should be on the left hand side of the host companion.

3. After serving the food, wait for the elders or guests to use their chopsticks first.

Generally, the dining table in formal occasions is basically a round table. When the food is served, it is basically a convention that the food is transferred to the seat of the guest of honor first, and the guest of honor is allowed to use the chopsticks first.

4. When guests are picking up food, do not turn the table. The table turning speed should be slow and not too fast.

In the workplace, especially those with external business, you should master more skills in table manners. You should always pay attention to the rhythm of the guests eating, and you should not neglect taking care of the guests just because you are just eating.

5. When clinking glasses and toasting, raise the glass with both hands, holding it with one hand and holding the bottom of the glass with the other.

Under normal circumstances, when clinking glasses, you should be more modest and place the glass lower than the other person to show respect. However, many people are accustomed to holding the cup with one hand. The most gentlemanly and sincere way to toast is to hold the cup with one hand and hold the bottom of the cup with the other hand to toast the other party.

6. Pay attention to the order of toasting, and toast to the elders first.

In principle, respect the elders first. However, sometimes there are many people present, and under certain conditions, the "nearby principle" can also be chosen.

7. When toasting, the main thing is "respect". Don't force the other party to drink, which will make the atmosphere awkward.

China’s wine culture is extensive and profound. "If you have a deep feeling, take a mouthful and it will be boring. If you have a shallow feeling, give it a lick" has become a mantra for people to test their friends at the wine table. With the rise of health-preserving concepts, people today are well aware of the harm of excessive drinking. Therefore, it is better not to force the other person to drink, but to drink in moderation.

8. Fill the wine with the tea. The wine should be topped up, but the tea should not be overfilled to avoid overflowing.

In the wine culture, "full satisfaction" is emphasized. Because the tea is hot, don't overfill it. When pouring tea, if you accidentally spill the tea cup, it would be rude.

9. The spout of the teapot should not be pointed at the guests.

This custom originated from "farewell wine (tea)"... In the old days, when people were separated after traveling far away, people would say goodbye by toasting (tea). At this time, the spout belonged to the person who left. cup. Therefore, the spout means that the person is about to leave.

10. Add tea and wine from the right side of the guest.

Add from the right to show respect, and the guest holds the cup with his left hand to show respect.

11. Many people can respect one person, but one person cannot respect many people.

At this time, you need to position yourself accurately. If you think you can withstand the situation of one person respecting many people, you can try it, but it will create the impression of "arrogance", so you should still be cautious.

12. When eating vegetables and drinking soup, take small sips and swallow slowly, and do not swallow loudly.

This habit is developed daily. Whether at home or out, you must develop good habits, otherwise , when it comes to formal occasions, you won’t be able to hold it.

13. Don’t talk with food in your mouth.

When you "talk with a mouth full of food", your image will be discounted!

14. When elders are speaking, they should put down their chopsticks and stop eating to show respect. Don’t just eat by themselves.

It is a serious disrespect for you to eat while the elders or leaders are talking during the meal.

15. Avoid using toothpicks at the table, and if necessary, cover them with your hands or napkins.

It happens from time to time while eating, but you should try your best to tolerate it and use toothpicks after leaving the table. No matter whether men or women, there is no aesthetic feeling in shaving teeth at the table.

16. Men must seek permission from the women around them when smoking.

Many chauvinists may disdain this, and many women have also been troubled by "second-hand smoke" at wine bars. Wise men need to ask the women around them before smoking. Under normal circumstances, women may agree because of their face, but it is very impolite to smoke without asking for advice.

17. Be good at listening and don’t express opinions without permission.

Especially young people should listen more and talk less at the wine table, let alone overshadow the guest.

18. Do not interrupt the elders and guests when they are speaking, and do not steal the conversation.

Young and energetic newcomers are sometimes eager to express their opinions and interrupt the speeches of elders or guests. This is very impolite. If you really want to express your opinions, you can wait for the elders or guests to speak. A brief explanation at the end.

19. When an elder or a guest gets up, take the initiative to stand up and see if you need help.

During the dinner, if an elderly person or guest gets up, they may go out to answer the phone or use the toilet. At this time, you should take the initiative to get up and open the door for them, or politely ask if you want to accompany them.

20. Let the elders or guests go first when leaving the table

When leaving the table, do not leave in a hurry, but let the elders or guests go first. , and then check the room to see if there are any items left by the guest.

Table etiquette is a place to reflect personal qualities. How to show respect, politeness and not being humble or arrogant requires a certain amount of accumulation. All the rules are not mechanically applied, but should be integrated according to the situation and local conditions. As you grow along the way, you also accumulate experience along the way.