Oct 18, 2017 · The only pretty rude finger gesture which is unique in Korea that I think of is putting your thumb between your index and middle finger. It ...

Jul 19, 2018 · This is considered very rude in Korea, where people instead normally hold out their hand palm facing down, and then wave their fingers inwards.

And thus, what is acceptable in one country, may actually mean something offensive in another one. You wouldn't want to accidentally offend anyone, after all!

Feb 29, 2024 · It's used as the vulgar version of the word "nothing". Like for example you're expecting a positive outcome but you get the opposite so when ...

Jan 17, 2021 · More importantly, nose-blowing at a dining table is very rude and offensive behaviour here. Many people feel disgusted about it, and some even ...

Aug 16, 2019 · Giving and receiving an object with only one hand is considered rude in Korea. This is one of the common mistakes that foreigners make ...

Oct 2, 2021 · It took three years for players to notice the “offensive” hand gesture lurking in one of South Korea's most popular multiplayer games.

Feb 8, 2022 · A handshake is okay and is certainly not impolite, but the bow is just the way things are done. Often times knowing that you are a Westerner, a ...