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... Verbal The Venezuelan accent and language structure are similar to that of Canarian Spanish. The Caracas dialect and accent in particular is considered to be ‘true’ Venezuelan Spanish and is used primarily by the media. Venezuelan Spanish also incorporate ...

... Many people have a given name followed by a middle name and a surname. For example, Maria Karina GONZALEZ. Most Argentines adopt their father’s surname. However, in some regions of Argentina where there continues to be a strong Spanish influence, many wil ...

... Greetings are usually informal, with first names often used in initial introductions. A handshake is the most common greeting when meeting someone for the first time or in professional settings. Handshakes should be firm and accompanied with direct eye c ...

... According to the CIA World Factbook (2010), just over half of the Chinese population is unaffiliated with a religion (52.2%). It should be noted that traditional Chinese philosophies such as Confucianism are not always considered to be religions by Chinese ...

... Being one of the four Asian ‘Tigers’ or ’Dragons’ of the world economy, modern day Singapore has become shaped by its business culture. The World Bank ranked Singapore as the best country in the world for doing business in 2012. It is also listed as having ...

... Typically, first names come before last names. For example, Teuila AUTUFUGA. If someone holds a title, that name will come before their given name. Samoans often name their children after their relatives, such as aunts, uncles or grandparents. Some Samoans ...

... Basic Etiquette Always say “please” when asking someone for help. It is often considered impolite to ask a direct question about someone’s salary, wealth, weight or age. Spitting in public is considered rude. If there is a line for something, always queue ...

... Naming customs in Fiji vary between ethnic groups. They have also been largely influenced by Western practices. Therefore, traditional indigenous and Indo-Fijian names are often adapted to suit Western standards. Traditional Fijian Name ...

... Meetings First impressions are important. Present yourself neatly, stylishly and professionally in a conservative suit. Lateness is more common in Greece; up to 10 minutes is usually acceptable. However, it is fair for you to expect that someone will provi ...

... The most common and appropriate greeting for anyone is a handshake. In Portugal, handshakes are usually firm, although some Portuguese may prefer lighter handshakes. Among friends and relatives, women and men usually give other women ‘beijinhos’ (‘little k ...