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    Different Ways of Communication In:: South America

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    This document provides information on communication styles in Brazil and Argentina. In Brazil, communication is expressive and people are not afraid to speak their mind. Formality involves using titles and surnames. Common greetings include "Oi" and "Ola". Physical contact is common and kissing fingers is a gesture for good food. In Argentina, common greetings are "Hola" and "Como estas". Hand gestures have specific meanings. Dining etiquette in both countries involves arriving on time, maintaining eye contact, waiting to eat until invited, and following proper table manners.

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    This document provides information on communication styles in Brazil and Argentina. In Brazil, communication is expressive and people are not afraid to speak their mind. Formality involves using titles and surnames. Common greetings include "Oi" and "Ola". Physical contact is common and kissing fingers is a gesture for good food. In Argentina, common greetings are "Hola" and "Como estas". Hand gestures have specific meanings. Dining etiquette in both countries involves arriving on time, maintaining eye contact, waiting to eat until invited, and following proper table manners.

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    This document provides information on communication styles in Brazil and Argentina. In Brazil, communication is expressive and people are not afraid to speak their mind. Formality involves using titles and surnames. Common greetings include "Oi" and "Ola". Physical contact is common and kissing fingers is a gesture for good food. In Argentina, common greetings are "Hola" and "Como estas". Hand gestures have specific meanings. Dining etiquette in both countries involves arriving on time, maintaining eye contact, waiting to eat until invited, and following proper table manners.

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    Different Ways of Communication In:: South America

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    DIFFERENT WAYS OF

    COMMUNICATION IN:

    SOUTH AMERICA

    1
    BRAZIL

    2
    VERBAL COMMUNICATION IN BRAZIL

    COMMUNICATION STYLE
    Very expressive and emotive

    Often not afraid to speak their mind


    and express what is in their heart
    3
    VERBAL COMMUNICATION IN BRAZIL
    FORMALITY

    ‘Senhor’ (male) – ‘Senhora’ (female)

    Address someone by their professional


    title followed by their surname.
    4
    VERBAL COMMUNICATION IN BRAZIL

    Greetings
    “Oi” - “Hi”, “Excuse me” or
    “What”
    “Ola” - “Hello”
    “Bondia” - “Good Morning”
    5
    VERBAL COMMUNICATION IN BRAZIL
    Greetings
    “Boa Tarde” – “Good Afternoon”
    “Boa Noite” – Good Evening
    “Alo” - used to answer the phone

    6
    VERBAL COMMUNICATION IN BRAZIL

    Greetings
    v
    “Como Vai” means “How are you”
    “Tudo Bem” – Everything is well”
    “Obrigado” – “Thank you”
    7
    NON-VERBAL
    COMMUNICATION IN BRAZIL
    PHYSICAL CONTACT
    Touching of arms and back is a common
    and widely accepted practice.

    PDA’s are acceptable

    8
    Gestures: body language in Brazil
    Good eye contact
    Warm handshake
    Pat on the back

    9
    Gestures: body language in Brazil
    Kiss their fingers, then expand the fingers in
    outward motion – the meal is delicious.

    10
    Gestures: body language in Brazil
    Thumbs up – good or positive
    Rubbing two fingers together – close
    friends

    11
    Gestures: body language in Brazil
    “OK” sign – very rude
    Wiping your hands together means it “doesn’t
    matter”

    12
    Gestures: body language in Brazil
    Clicking the tongue and shaking the
    head – disagreement or disapproval

    13
    BRAZIL DINING ETIQUETTE
    TABLE MANNERS
    BRAZILIANS DO NOT SWITCH KNIVES AND FORKS AS
    THEY EAT.
    WHEN NOT HOLDING UTESILS, YOUR HANDS ARE
    EXPECTED TO BE VISIBLE ABOVE THE TABLE

    PASS ALL YOUR DISHES TO LEFT


    1
    4
    BRAZIL DINING ETIQUETTE
    TABLE MANNERS
    IT IS CONSIDERED BAD FORM TO LEAVE THE DINNER
    PARTY, OR THE TABLE AT ANY TIME.

    USUALLY THE ONE WHO DOES THE INVITING, PAYS THE


    BILLS

    1
    5
    ARGENTINA
    Greetings in Argentina
    Hello – “Hola”
    How are you – “como estas”
    How is it going – “como va”
    Good morning – “buenas dias” or “buendia”
    Good afternoon – “buenas tardes”
    Good evening – “buenas noches”
    Goodbye – “chau”
    10 POPULAR ARGENTINA HAND
    GESTURES (GESTOS
    ARGENTINOS)
    DO’S AND DONTS IN ARGENTINA

    “¡Ojo!” – Be careful/ watch out


    DO’S AND DONTS IN ARGENTINA

    “No sė”/ “Ni idea” – I don’t know/ I don’t have any idea
    DO’S AND DONTS IN ARGENTINA
    “¿¡Que!?/ “Que te pasa!?” – what is your
    problem!? / are you kidding me?
    DO’S AND DONTS IN ARGENTINA

    “Maso” / “mas o menos” – kind of/ so so


    DO’S AND DONTS IN ARGENTINA

    “Un Cortado” – I want a coffee!


    DO’S AND DONTS IN ARGENTINA

    “ De acá ” – I was right/ up yours!


    DO’S AND DONTS IN ARGENTINA
    “hincha pelotas” / “que pesado” – being a pain in
    the ass/ annoying
    DO’S AND DONTS IN ARGENTINA
    “Vení acá” – come here
    DO’S AND DONTS IN ARGENTINA
    “Tacaňo” - cheapskate
    DO’S AND DONTS IN ARGENTINA
    “La posta” – just perfect / the absolute best
    General Etiquette and Customs
    Meeting Etiquette
    Initial greeting are formal and follow a set protocol of greeting the
    eldest or most important person first
    General Etiquette and Customs

    Meeting Etiquette
    A standard handshake, with direct eye contact and a welcoming
    smile will suffice
    General Etiquette and Customs

    Meeting Etiquette
    Maintaining eye contact indicates interest.
    General Etiquette and Customs

    Meeting Etiquette
    When leaving, say goodbye to all to each person individually
    General Etiquette and Customs

    Gift giving etiquette


    If invited to dinner at an argentine’s home bring a small gift for
    the hostess.
    General Etiquette and Customs

    Gift giving etiquette


    Do not bring knives or scissors as they indicate a desire to
    sever the relationship.
    General Etiquette and Customs

    Dining etiquette
    Dress well. Men should wear a jacket and a tie. Women
    should wear a dress or a skirt and blouse
    General Etiquette and Customs

    Dining etiquette
    Arrive 30 to 45 minutes later than invited for a dinner party.
    Arriving on time is not the norm.

    Telephone your host the following day to thank you.


    General Etiquette and Customs

    Watch your table manners


    Wait for the host or hostess to tell you where to sit. There
    maybe seating plan

    Hold the fork in the left hand and the knife in the right hand

    Do not begin eating until the hostess invites you to do so


    General Etiquette and Customs

    Watch your table manners


    Always keep your hands visible when eating, but do not rest
    your elbows on the table

    Wait for a toast to before taking the first sip your drink

    It is considered polite to leave a small amount of food on your


    plate when you have finished eating
    General Etiquette and Customs

    Watch your table manners


    When you have finished eating, place your knife and fork
    across your plate with the prongs facing down and the hands
    facing to the right

    Pouring wine is best with many rituals and cultural taboos. If


    at all possible, avoid pouring wine
    The
    End!!!
    Goodbye South America
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