South Korea's etiquette sensitivity is high — etiquette missteps are commonly noticed and can genuinely offend, so it's worth learning the basics before you go. Most important: Use both hands when giving or receiving items from someone older, and bow slightly when greeting.
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Use both hands when giving or receiving items from someone older, and bow slightly when greeting.
South Korea's etiquette sensitivity is high — etiquette missteps are commonly noticed and can genuinely offend, so it's worth learning the basics before you go
Age and hierarchy strongly shape social interactions — asking age early in a conversation is normal, since it determines how people address each other. Pouring your own drink is considered impolite; pour for others and let them pour for you.
A genuine misstep is more likely to be noticed here than in more relaxed destinations, but a good-faith effort and a quick apology go a long way.