What Germans hate about tourists. Germans generally tolerate when a stranger ignores some of their strict criteria, but it is of course preferable for this stranger to show respect for German social and cultural traditions and customs , and to avoid violating them out of respect.
Here’s a list of what Germans hate about tourists to avoid doing them:
If you are a visitor to or reside in Germany, there are signs and behaviours that may express non-refinement, and it is preferable to avoid them in front of the Germans, especially the fields of work. Here are some examples of what Germans generally hate:
1. Putting hands in pockets while talking to Germans is rude behaviour, so keep your hands out of your pocket.
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2. Delay in appointments: Do not be late, even for one minute. Late arrival is a personal insult.
3. The American A-Okay signal (the index finger and thumb forming a circle) is obscene gesture and do not it.
4. Cleaning the nose (mucus) in front of others is always a nuisance, especially in a conference, meeting or banquet. Leave the room, and do so, but not in front of others.
5. Chewing gum while talking is also rude behaviour.
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6. Nail cleaning is also internationally prohibited, so do it in a special place.
7. Opening the windows: Even if the weather is warm, the Germans fear that a fatal disease will enter with the air inside. Do not touch the window.
8. Roses colours: flowers are a wonderful gift in Germany. Red for romance, cloves sign for mourning, lilies and chrysanthemums are for funerals .. yellow roses are safe.
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9. Have a drink before the host: wait .. even if you are thirsty after a long business day or tourism. But as a guest, you have to wait for the host to present a toast before the first sip. Share the ways of the cups or look at everyone in the room, saying “Prosit”.
- Some very sensitive foreigners may consider that avoiding German cultural hatred is a nuisance, but in fact knowing and following these simple rules is a sign of respect and taste and does not need any effort, except to know what the Germans hate.
Source: Abwab