1. In Singapore, you should take off your shoes when entering the mosque. In some people's homes, you have to take off your shoes when you enter the house. Singapore has been westernized due to the influence of Britain in the past. However, the locals still retain the traditional habits of many ethnic groups, so the ways of greeting are different. The most common way is to shake hands when people meet, and to bow gently to the orientals.

2. Singaporeans treat guests to lunch or dinner. Be careful not to use your left hand when eating with Indians or Malays in Singapore. When eating at a Singaporean's home, you can bring a bunch of flowers or a box of chocolates as a gift. Avoid talking about politics and religion when talking. You can talk about your travels, the countries you have been to and Singapore's economic achievements.

3. Because there are many overseas Chinese in Singapore, people have a strong imagination for colors, and they are very popular with red, green and blue. They regard purple and black as unlucky, while black, white and yellow are taboo colors. Oppose the use of the form and profile of Tathagata in business. On the sign, it is forbidden to use religious words and symbolic signs. I like double happiness, elephants and bats. Number taboos 4, 7, 8, 13, 37 and 69.

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Etiquette culture in Singapore

1. Dress etiquette

People of different nationalities in Singapore have their own characteristics in dress. Malay men wear a cap called "Song Gu", a collarless dress with wide sleeves and an ankle-long sarong. A woman's coat is as wide as a robe and wears a sarong under it. Chinese women love to wear cheongsam. Government departments have strict dress requirements for their employees, and they are not allowed to wear strange clothes during working hours.

2. Manners and Etiquette

Singaporeans behave in a civilized way, showing respect for others everywhere. When they sit, they should behave themselves and not separate their feet. If they cross their feet, they just fold the knee of one leg directly on the knee of the other. When they stand, they stand upright and don't put their hands on their hips, because that is an expression of anger.

3. Meeting etiquette

In social occasions, Singaporeans shake hands when meeting guests. Men and women can shake hands, but for men, the more appropriate way is to wait for women to reach out before shaking hands. Malays touch each other with their hands first, and then put their hands back on their chests.

4. Catering Etiquette

The staple food of Singaporeans is mostly rice, and sometimes they eat steamed buns, but they don't like steamed bread. Malays grab food with their hands when eating. They have the habit of washing their hands before eating and must use their right hand when eating. Drinking tea is a common hobby of local people. When guests come, they often entertain them with tea. Chinese people like to drink Yuanbao tea, which means prosperity.

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