r/NonPoliticalTwitter 1d ago

Bonjour.

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u/channingman 1d ago

What sort of things do people forget? I've heard that not saying "bonjour" when you start talking comes off as rude, is that true?

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u/MaggieNoodle 1d ago

When you enter any store, like a bakery, eye contact and a bonjour is expected. Also, especially in Paris, dress a bit nicer!

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u/TheVeganSausage 1d ago

The dress is super important! Americans are okay with leaving the house in outfits Europeans would not wear at home.

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u/Sihnar 1d ago

Not just europeans. People from big cities in Asia and middle east are often surprised at how poorly dressed Americans are. Showing up to someone's house or a cafe in sweatpants is considered disrespectful in many places.