Chinese Social Etiquette

“和气生财” (hé qì shēng cái) → Harmony brings prosperity.

In China, social etiquette helps relationships stay smooth and respectful. Small behaviours signal respect, awareness, and goodwill. It’s less about rules and more about harmony.

In this lesson, Larita covers social etiquette for:

• Greetings and social interactions

• ‘Saving face’

• Gift giving rules

• Dining

• Public spaces

• Treating elders