Monday 16 March 2009

"Wai" is important greeting in Thailand.

In Thailand ,One custom that is important in your culture, is greeting in which people totally use “Wai” that is depend on relationship between them. Generally, it is done by placing the palms of the hands together, with fingers at chest level, and bowing. The fingertips go above the level of the eyebrows to show respect for Buddha. “wai” is always returned, unless there is a significant difference in social or age between the two people, in which case the senior does not return “ wai”. For example, an adult does not exchange " wai" with child. “Wai” can mean “Hello” but also “Thank you,” “Good bye,” and “I’m sorry”.

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