[custom_adv] 1. France: Kiss on each cheek The common greeting in France is kissing on the cheek. Typically, it will be two kisses but the number of kisses can vary depending on the region. As a common starting point, offer your right cheek and let the other person lead. [custom_adv] 2. Japan: A bow In Japan, the preferred way to greet someone you're meeting is to bow to one another. [custom_adv] 3. Argentina: Kiss on the right cheek In Argentina, lightly press your cheek against the right cheek of another for a light kiss. [custom_adv] 4. The Philippines: Mano When greeting elders, take their hand and press their knuckles against your forehead as a sign of respect. [custom_adv] 5. India: Namaste This greeting is carried out by placing your hands together in a praying position with your fingers pointed upwards and bowing slightly when you say "Namaste." [custom_adv] 6. Thailand: Wai Place your palms together at your chest and bow your head so that your thumbs touch your chin and your fingertips touch your forehead. [custom_adv] 7. New Zealand: Hongi (touching noses) Known as hongi, this traditional Māori greeting in New Zealand is done by pressing your nose and forehead to another person's at the same time. [custom_adv] 8. Greenland: Kunik This one is a greeting typically done with those you’re close with. To perform it, place your nose and upper lip against the cheek or forehead of the other person and take a breath. [custom_adv] 9. Tibet: Sticking your tongue out This tradition dates back to the 9th century and references the Tibetan king Lang Darma, who was known for his evil ways and had a black tongue. People still greet each other this way today. [custom_adv] 10. Ukraine: A triple kiss Don’t pull back after a kiss on each cheek in Ukraine. Here, the custom is to kiss cheeks three times — left, right, left— to say hello. [custom_adv] 11. Russia: A firm handshake In Russia, a firm handshake is the standard way for men to greet one another in public.
